Chardonnay

Question 1

What are the characteristics in the vineyard of Chardonnay?

Answer 1

• Large Yellow berries with brown spots
• Early Budding
• Early ripening
• Potencial to build high levels of sugar
• Hardy and Relatively easy to grow
• Naturally Consistently moderate yields

Question 2

What is the ideal climate for Chardonnay?

Answer 2

• Grows in a wide range
• Will ripen too quickly in very warm conditions

Question 3

Is Chardonnay susceptible to?

Answer 3

• Powdery mildew
• Frost
• Wet environments
• Uneven fruit set
• Loses acidity quickly late in season

Question 4

Which kind of soils is good for Chardonnay?

Answer 4

• Calcareous
• Limestone
• Chalky marl
• Sandstone
• Poor results wet or rich soils

Question 5

What are the notable regions for Chardonnay?

Answer 5

• France, Burgundy
• USA, Califórnia ( Rick and oaky)
• Australia, South Australia ( Tropical and oaky)
• Argentina
• Chile
• South Africa
• New Zealand

Question 6

Chardonnay on the palate?

Answer 6

• Medium to high Acidity
• Moderate to High Alcohol
• Moderate to Full Body
• Rarely for sweet wines

Question 7

Characteristics of Chardonnay unoaked?

Answer 7

• Color Moderate straw/green
• Aromas green apple, pear, lemon, mango, flint

Question 8

Characteristics of Chardonnay Oakes?

Answer 8

• Color moderate yellow to deep gold
• Aromas of nuts, popcorn, baked apple, butter, cream, honey

Question 9

Chardonnay food parings

Answer 9

Unoaked style
• Raw oysters and light white fish
Oaked Style
• Cream Sauces and Rich white meats