Chardonnay
Chardonnay is planted in almost every region in the world and makes a wide variety of wine styles from light-bodied, crisp and unoaked through to full-bodied, complex barrel matured versions. Chardonnay is an adaptable variety and can be grown in cool regions as well as warm areas. It is a productive, early budding and early ripening variety.
Chardonnay first came to Australia in the 1920s but didn’t find popularity until the 1970s. Grown all across the country the cool climate versions (like found in the Yarra Valley and Tasmania) tend to be lighter in body with higher acidity and more subtle flavours. Warm climate versions (found in Margaret River, Hunter Valley and the Adelaide Hills) tend to be more full-bodied with richer, riper fruit and bolder flavours.
Chardonnay first came to Australia in the 1920s but didn’t find popularity until the 1970s. Grown all across the country the cool climate versions (like found in the Yarra Valley and Tasmania) tend to be lighter in body with higher acidity and more subtle flavours. Warm climate versions (found in Margaret River, Hunter Valley and the Adelaide Hills) tend to be more full-bodied with richer, riper fruit and bolder flavours.
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Full bodied, round and powerful- like the native Kereru. Classic Chardonnay aromas of peaches & cream, with whispers of nutty lees. A creamy, balanced palate with plenty of mouth-watering acidity, ripe fruit & flint minerality. Proudly supporting the Longbush Waikereru Eco-Sanctury. ... Learn MoreLONGBUSH WINES 'BIRD SERIES' CHARDONNAY 2020NZ$17.99 Per item -
Made by the critically acclaimed winemaker Lauren Swift of Ash Ridge in the Bridge Pa Triangle. A luscious & rich Chardonnay, with a soft salted caramel aroma. Fantastic value for money, packed creamy butterscotch flavours. ... Learn MoreHILLS AND RIVERS CHARDONNAY 2019NZ$18.99 Per item -
Exclusively produced for United Cellars by Miles Dineen, a Chardonnay legend. Sourced from the renowned Bridge Pa & Crownthorpe sub regions of Hawkes Bay. Gorgeous old vine Chardonnay with hazelnut & butterscotch flavours. ... Learn MoreTEMPEST COVE 'BUTTERY CHARDY' 2018NZ$22.99 Per item -
Pure, natural fruit flavours, carefully accentuating delicate citrus & brioche notes, left for an extended time on lees to enhance creaminess and yeasty aromatics. Distinctively Blanc de Blanc from this exciting premium range, from the multi-award winning, family owned & sustainable vineyards ... Learn MoreMATAHIWI BLANC DE BLANC NVNZ$22.99 Per item -
From the highly lauded Kumeu wine region, famed for some of New Zealand's best Chardonnays, comes this new cult classic. This boutique wine from a small, family-owned vineyard beside the Riverhead Forest has immediate melt-in-your-mouth appeal. A light aroma of ... Learn MoreTWIN TOTARA KUMEU CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$24.99 Per item -
A classically styled Methode Traditionelle from premium hand-picked Chardonnay fruit from the Golden Slopes vineyard in Gisborne. Cosmos displays aromatic characters of brioche, with a clean floral lift, with flavours of citrus, lemon & grapefruit.Secondary fermentation in-bottle and a generous 18+ ... Learn MoreCOSMOS METHODE TRADITIONELLE NVNZ$24.99 Per item -
A stunning United Cellars exclusive, similar to a well made Mâcon. Lively, fresh & well-rounded Chardonnay from the Languedoc. Aromatics of honey, freshly squeezed grapefruit, stone fruits & hints of toast. 'Best Co-operative Producer' - France's leading wine magazine. ... Learn MoreLE VERSANT 'VIN DE PAYS D'OC' CHARDONNAY 2019NZ$26.99 Per item -
Veuve Ambal specialises in sparkling wine from the Burgundy region in France. Founded in the heart of Burgundy in 1898 & sourced from 40+ year old vineyard blocks. The nose is fine and delicate in style, with aromas of citrus and honeysuckle. The ... Learn MoreVEUVE AMBAL VIN MOUSSEAUX BLANC DE BLANC NVNZ$26.99 Per item -
A limited edition, hand harvested & fully barrel fermented Chardonnay from Matahiwi Estate. Aged for 11 months on lees in 40% new French oak for creamy, elegant complexity. Aromas of melon, stone fruit, biscuit and toasty oak, creamy complexity and a long, fine ... Learn MoreHOLLY SOUTH SERIES CHARDONNAY 2019NZ$27.99 Per itemOut of stock -
A reserve Chardonnay from the family owned Matahiwi Estate in the Hawkes Bay. Fully barrel fermented to create beautiful aromas of ripe peach, white chocolate, honeysuckle & hazelnut. Complex but elegant on the palate with a concentrated finish supported by toasty ... Learn MoreHOLLY RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2019NZ$29.99 Per item -
A complex & structured nod to the "old school" Chardonnay. Single estate grown, Bridge Pa Triangle fruit carefully aged for 13 months on oak. Elegant stone fruit aromatics with some toast, vanilla, carmel notes, rich, full-bodied mouthfeel and elegant oak. ... Learn MoreASH RIDGE PREMIUM CHARDONNAY 2017NZ$29.99 Per item -
A delicious, balanced Californian Chardonny, with buttery sweetness & a dry finish. Orange zest, ripe pineapple, toast and vanilla on the nose. Full-bodied, fresh and lively, with lush white peach and ripe apple flavors leading to a savoury, buttered finish. ... Learn MoreLAPIS LUNA CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$31.99 Per item -
This elegant cool climate Chardonnay offers an enticing combination of citrus (lemon), stone fruit and tropical (pineapple) tones on the nose with a touch of vanilla bean and ginger. The palate is delicate, fresh and pure with great focus and ... Learn MoreWILD EARTH CHARDONNAY 2019NZ$34.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Wine Enthusiast's "Best Buy" Chardonnay captures the smooth, buttery notes we've come to love from California. Medium-bodied with a creamy mid-palate, this delightful wine offers flavors of peach and coconut, with hints of lemon and toasty vanilla spice. Balanced & easy ... Learn MoreNOBLE VINES 446 CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$34.99 Per item -
A stunning example of Central Otago Chardonnay from Felton Rd. Dry & balanced, made with the same Chardonnay clones as the most saught after Burgundys. Fragrant stonefruits & vanillins leap from the glass. Whole bunch pressed to 35% new French oak for 10 months, ... Learn MoreDOMAIN ROAD "DEFIANCE" CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$34.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Great value bubbles, exclusively imported by United Cellars. A fine & delicatly styled Blanc de blanc, made from 100% Chardonnay grown in Burgundy. Delicious lemon, apricot & apple flavours- a sell out every year! ... Learn MoreHENRI ROUSSEAU BdB CHARDONNAY BRUT NVNZ$34.99 Per item -
An organic & well structured Premier Cru, that has gained an international cult following. The wine (100% Chardonnay) is fermented and aged in oak barrels for 18 months, in the Domaine's ancient cellars and then bottled after only a light filtration. Balanced yet ... Learn MoreDOMAINE JAEGER DEFAIX RULLY 1ER CRU 'LES CLOUX' 2012NZ$43.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Multiple Gold Medal winner from California's Paso Robles appellation – one of the world’s most exciting wine regions. 100% barrel fermented in French and American oak barrels and aged for 6 months on lees. Delicious apple and peach aromas with a suggestion ... Learn MoreROBERT HALL CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$44.99 Per item -
4x Gold Medal winner from California's Paso Robles appellation – one of the world’s most exciting wine regions. 100% barrel fermented in French and American oak barrels and aged for 6 months on lees. Delicious apple and peach aromas with a suggestion ... Learn MoreROBERT HALL CHARDONNAY 2017NZ$44.99 Per itemOut of stock -
In the heart of Chablis, in Burgundy, Louis Moreau produces and sells exceptional wines, worldwide recognized. Planted 100% with Chardonnay grape variety, on the unique terroir of Chablis the vines of Domaines Louis Moreau are spread over the 4 levels of the ... Learn MoreLOUIS MOREAU CHABLIS A.O.C. 2018NZ$49.99 Per item -
Not your average Bourgogne Blanc- sourced from a tiny 3 hectare plot adjacent to Puligny Montrachet. Made by Romaric Chavy, one of the up & coming young producers of the Cote. Sourced from 40 year old vines & matured for 10 months in 10% new French ... Learn MoreDomaine Chavy-Chouet Bourgogne Blanc 'Les Femelottes' 2017NZ$49.99 Per itemOut of stock -
In the heart of Chablis, in Burgundy, Louis Moreau produces and sells exceptional wines, worldwide recognized. Planted 100% with Chardonnay grape variety, on the unique terroir of Chablis the vines of Domaines Louis Moreau are spread over the 4 levels of the ... Learn MoreLOUIS MOREAU CHABLIS PREMIER CRU 'LES FOURNEAUX' 2018NZ$69.99 Per item -
Consistently, classy, light & fresh, celebrating the purity of Cuis. 100% Chardonnay from five different harvests, blended in a subtle but classic "Pierre Gimonnet" style. Low dosage and aged in bottle for up to 30 months before release. "One of the most pristine ... Learn MorePIERRE GIMONNET ET FILS CUVEE CUIS 1ER CRU NVNZ$76.99 Per item -
A fantastic expression of big, rich California Chardonnay from Robert Lloyd, the previous head winemaker at Rombauer. Layers of tropical fruits, pear and apple are supported by rich notes of vanillin leading into a powerful and succulent finish. Barrel fermented ... Learn MoreLLOYD CELLARS CARNEROS CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$77.99 Per item -
The infamous Rombauer is the benchmark for incredibly buttery Chardonnay, with a huge cult following. Full-bodied yet showing impeccable balance, Rombauer's Chardonnay has fresh honey and citrus notes that keep you coming back for more. Smooth and buttery and utterly ... Learn MoreROMBAUER VINEYARDS CARNEROS CHARDONNAY 2018NZ$84.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Made by Romaric Chavy, one of the up and coming young producers of the Cote d'Or. This is sourced from a tiny (only 0.9 hectares!) Monopole that Romaric's family owns. Sourced from 65 year old vines & matured for 10 months in 40% new French ... Learn MoreDOMAINE CHAVY-CHOUET MEURSAULT CLOS DES CORVEES 2017NZ$84.99 Per itemOut of stock -
This limited edition Chardonnay is cCncentrated, finely detailed & full of youthful vibrancy, highlighting the potential in Waitaki for producing world class wines. Aromas of lemon zest, baked biscuits, flint and a hint of nutmeg reminiscent of old world Chardonnay. On ... Learn MoreVALLI 'WAITAKI VINEYARD' CHARDONNAY 2017NZ$89.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Made by Romaric Chavy, one of the up and coming young producers of the Cote d'Or. Sourced from a tiny 1 hectare plot in Puligny Montrachet, known the world over for exceptional Chardonnay. Sourced from 60 year old vines & matured for 10 months ... Learn MoreDomaine Chavy Chouet Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseigneres 2017NZ$110.00 Per itemOut of stock -
In the heart of Chablis, in Burgundy, Louis Moreau produces and sells exceptional wines, worldwide recognized. Planted 100% with Chardonnay grape variety, on the unique terroir of Chablis the vines of Domaines Louis Moreau are spread over the 4 levels of the ... Learn MoreLOUIS MOREAU CHABLIS GRAND CRU VAUDESIR 2016NZ$129.98 Per item -
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