Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Istra
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Istra.
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.
Adriatic peninsula shared between Croatia (90%), Slovenia and Italy. Mild Mediterranean climate, terra rossa on the coast. Malvazija Istarska signature white king (~60%, native): dry and fresh with citrus, white apple, white flowers, herbs, almond and saline mineral touch. Teran red star (Refosco family): deep robe, vivid acidity with blackberry, plum, black cherry, herbs and iron, firm tannins.