Chardonnay

Question 1

What kind of fruitiness? (Chardonnay)

Answer 1

Baked apple (yellow, green), pear, pineapple, lemon, peach

Question 2

What kinds of tropical fruit (Chardonnay)

Answer 2

Banana, melon, pineapple, mango

Question 3

Citrus? (Chardonnay)

Answer 3

Lemon zest or lime

Question 4

Where? (Chardonnay)

Answer 4

Burgundy, or Chablis

Question 5

Aged in oak? (Chardonnay)

Answer 5

Only neutral in Chablis,otherwise acquires buttery, vanilla, toasted woody notes - sometimes like brioche or crème brûler

Question 6

What is distinctive about Chardonnay compared to other white wines?

Answer 6

High acid level (but less than SB and Chenin Blanc) and a distinctive green apple character. Also rounder body due to its often oak Aging.

Question 7

Descriptors for Chardonnay

Answer 7

Fruity, Fresh, buttery, full-bodied

Question 8

Chardonnay by terroir

Answer 8

Chablis - fresh and mineral
Burgundy - rich hand majestic
California/Australia - creamy, buttery, oaky

Question 9

Characteristic Colour of Chardonnay

Answer 9

Deep gold

Question 10

Can chardonnays be aged compared to pinot Grigio and sauvignon blanc?

Answer 10

Yes, good chardonnays designed to age up to 10 years

Question 11

Chardonnay in warm climates flavour profile

Answer 11

Stone fruit (peace)
Tropical fruit (Pineapple, banana)