One of the most ubiquitous white grapes, Chardonnay flourishes in a cooler climate, where the grape can retain a level of acidity to keep the wine tasting fresh and to balance the ripe fruit flavors that are traditionally associated with the grape. Originally grown in Burgandy, Chardonnay continues to be hallmark of the cooler Northern France, but great Chardonnay is also made in the warmer United States Californian wine regions. With medium to full body and medium to full fruit intensity, flavors include dry, acidic, minerally; fruity, crisp, ripe, and buttery.
