Chardonnay
Chardonnay
Chardonnay (pronunciation: shar-doh-nay) is a popular grape variety used in the production of white wine. It originated in the Burgundy wine region of eastern France, but is now grown wherever wine is produced, from England to New Zealand.
Etymology
The name "Chardonnay" derives from the village of Chardonnay, Saône-et-Loire, in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy. The name is believed to have been derived from "Cardonnacum", which in Latin means "place of chards or thistles".
Characteristics
Chardonnay grapes are green and small with thin skins. They are relatively easy to grow in a variety of climates. The flavor of Chardonnay wine can vary greatly depending on where it is grown and how it is made. It can range from crisp and minerally, with flavors of green apples and pears in cooler climates, to rich and buttery with flavors of tropical fruit and oak in warmer climates.
Related Terms
- Viticulture: The cultivation or culture of grapes especially for wine making.
- Vinification: The process of making wine.
- Terroir: The environmental conditions, especially soil and climate, in which grapes are grown and that give a wine its unique flavor and aroma.
- Oenology: The science and study of wine and winemaking.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chardonnay
- Wikipedia's article - Chardonnay
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