Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Štajerska
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Štajerska.
Whites with many faces: mineral and taut at Chablis (lemon, green apple, flint), opulent and buttery at Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet (hazelnut, brioche, yellow fruits), tense and chalky in Champagne (Blanc de Blancs). Also vinified sparkling and widely exported (Sonoma, Margaret River, Casablanca). A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc, half-sibling of Aligoté.
Eastern Slovenian region (Slovenian Styria), capital Maribor home to the world's oldest vine (>450 years). Vivid, elegant whites in majority. Šipon (local Furmint) signature with signature notes of citrus, green apple, white flowers, honey and a mineral touch, taut long mouth — ageing potential. Fresh Laški Rizling (Welschriesling), aromatic Sauvignon Blanc, opulent Traminer (lychee, rose), floral Muscat Ottonel.