Chardonnay
Chardonnay is a versatile white grape variety grown worldwide, which delights winemakers with its potential for innovation in production. While classic styles are still widely recognised, Chardonnay is the primary white grape used in Burgundy and Champagne. In Champagne, the Blanc de Blancs are elegant, delicate, and mineral-rich. On the other hand, it also creates wines with vibrant acidity, depth in flavour, and round texture in Burgundy, which has great ageing potential.
From the classic oaked Burgundy to fruit-driven styles in South Africa, to floral styles in the Finger Lakes and mineral-driven styles in Chablis, Chardonnay is not only a favourite for many wine lovers but also a winemaker’s best ingredient in hand.
The diversity of chardonnay wines makes them ideal for pairing with everything from creamy pasta to seafood, depending on the style. Cool-climate chardonnay wine often showcases citrus, green apple, and flint, while warmer-climate expressions bring ripe peach, vanilla, and tropical fruit to the fore. Whether unoaked or barrel-aged, light-bodied or rich and structured, chardonnay offers endless interpretations across the globe.
Browse our curated selection of chardonnay wines and discover bottles crafted with care by independent, sustainable producers from some of the most iconic wine regions in the world.