Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Península de Setúbal
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Península de Setúbal.
More informations about the variety Chardonnay
The white Chardonnay is a grape variety that originated in France (Burgundy). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. White Chardonnay can be found in many vineyards: South West, Burgundy, Jura, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Beaujolais, Savoie & Bugey, Loire Valley, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Armagnac, Lorraine, Alsace, Provence & Corsica.
More informations about the region of Península de Setúbal
Setúbal Peninsula (also known as Península de Setúbal) is the Portuguese wine region immediately southeast of Lisbon, across the Tejo estuary. The Terroir in the area ranges from sandy coastal plains to the craggy, limestone-rich Serra Arribida hills. The area is known for its Dry red wines made from Castelão, and for its fortified wines and Sweet Moscatel de Setúbal. The wines produced here are made under three titles: two DOCs, Palmela and Setúbal, and one IGP.
What are the typical flavors of the Chardonnay grape variety?
- OakPresent in 8% of Chardonnay
- Tree fruitPresent in 7% of Chardonnay
- Citrus fruitPresent in 6% of Chardonnay
- EarthPresent in 6% of Chardonnay
- Non oakPresent in 5% of Chardonnay
- MicrobioPresent in 5% of Chardonnay
- Tropical fruitPresent in 4% of Chardonnay
- VegetalPresent in 3% of Chardonnay
- SpicesPresent in 3% of Chardonnay
- StrawPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- PearPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- StonePresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- MelonPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- MangoPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- OilPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- ApricotPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- FloralPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- LemonPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
News about the grape variety Chardonnay
First grapes picked in Napa Valley 2022 harvest
The Napa Valley 2022 harvest got underway in early August for some sparkling and white wine styles. ‘We had our earliest harvest ever, and started picking Sauvignon Blanc on Monday 1 August,’ said Stephanie Honig, of Honig Vineyard and Winery. ‘The fruit came from our grower partner Gordon Family Ranch, which is located in the southeast area of the Napa Valley appellation,’ said Honig, who is export director at the family-owned winery. Harvest typically begins with older ...
More must-taste wines selected by Decanter’s Regional Editors for DFWE NYC
In the second part of this series, Decanter’s editorial team members highlight the wines they are looking forward to tasting at the upcoming Decanter Fine Wine Encounter NYC on Saturday 18th June 2022. Tina Gellie – Content Manager and Regional Editor (US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa) Burrowing Owl, Cabernet Sauvignon, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada 2019 In 2016, while on a press trip to British Columbia’s Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys, I had the pleasur ...
At the heart of the Mâcon terroir
In line with our previous videos « The Climats of Chablis seen from the sky » and « The vineyards of Bourgogne, seen from the sky » », the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) and the Union des Producteurs de Vins de Mâcon offer you a new stroll at the heart of the Mâcon terroir. Established in 1937, this Régionale appellation is divided into three levels: – The first level is known as white, red or rosé Mâcon. The grapes used can come from all around the Mâconnais. – The second level is name ...