WSET Level 1 | 5.1 Varieties CHARDONNAY

Question 1

Chardonnays are generally what kind of wine?

Answer 1

Dry

Question 2

What are the characteristics of cool climate Chardonnay?

Answer 2

High Acidity
Light to Medium body
Green Fruits (apples)
Citrus (Lemons)

Question 3

What are the characteristics of warm climate Chardonnay?

Answer 3

Medium Acidity
Medium to Full body
Stone Fruits (peaches)
Tropical Fruits (pineapple , banana)

Question 4

Where does vanilla aroma/flavor come from in Chardonnay?

Answer 4

Oak
used in fermentation/maturation

Question 5

Which of the other types of wine besides still is Chardonnay often used?

Answer 5

Champagne / Sparkling Often blended with Pinot Noir

Question 6

What is considered the pinnacle of Chardonnay?

Answer 6

White Burgundy from France

Question 7

What are characteristics of Chardonnay from Burgundy?

Answer 7

High Acidity
Medium Body
Aromas of Stone Fruits (peach) and
Citrus (Lemon)
Vanilla from Oak

Question 8

What are the characteristics of Chardonnay (Chablis) from the coolest part of Burgundy?

Answer 8

Unoaked
High acidity
Light Body
Green Fruits (apple)
Citrus (lemon)

Question 9

What other regions of the world beyond France that are known for producing high quality chardonnay?

Answer 9

California
Australia