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 2022NZ$17.99 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' 2021NZ$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 2019NZ$24.99 Per item -
Another United Cellars Exclusive from one of the World's Most Admired Wine Brands. This VdP Chardonnay from the south-west of France is a lovely light golden colour and suits a variety of dishes. The aroma is a refreshing fruity and ... Learn MoreSaint Marc IGP Reserve Chardonnay 2020NZ$24.99 Per item -
Classically Neudorf, in restraint and modernity, Tiritiri is a Chardonnay lover’s package. A balanced collaboration of fruit, oak, acidity and finesse. The wine from nose to palate is generous without ever being overblown. There’s a warm familiarity of ... Learn MoreNeudorf Tiritiri Chardonnay 2019NZ$25.99 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 item -
A beautifully balanced Chardonnay from Central Otago. Ripe lemon, grapefruit, white flower and stonefruit. The oak is subtle (only 15% new) and contributes a touch of baking spice, and there is a hint of grilled nuts from time spent on lees. ... Learn MoreCarrick Bannockburn Chardonnay 2020NZ$28.99 Per item -
Exclusively imported by United Cellars from a winery focused on pure expressions of the impressive volcanic terroir of Chile, displaying the purity and typicity of each grape. A rich Chardonnay with a burst of acidity. The nose is juicy & tropical ... Learn MoreBodega Volcanes De Chile Reserva Chardonnay 2020NZ$29.99 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. Juicy fruit flavours together with creamy mouthfeel and refreshing acidity, ... Learn MoreLe Versant 'Vin De Pays D'Oc' Chardonnay 2020NZ$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 -
One might consider this the cousin on Chablis. Very similar in style, but made from fruit grown from a slightly different soil type known as Portlandian Clay. Don't let the price tag fool you - this is every bit as ... Learn MoreDrouhin-Vaudon Petit Chablis 2019NZ$33.99 Per item -
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 2021NZ$34.99 Per item -
A single vineyard reserve wine from New Zealand Chardonnay expert, Rebecca Salmond- exclusive to United Cellars. Carefully handpicked from the renowned Hexton region, this is a beautiful expression of Gisborne terrior. Bright, youthful aromatics of grapefruit, peach & melon with an ... Learn MoreSalmond Reserve Gisborne Chardonnay 2021NZ$34.99 Per item -
Louis Moreau's Petit Chablis is a fresh and very aromatic wine. The aroma is a dynamic blend of grapefruit, citrus & apple notes with a touch of minerality & white flowers. The palate is lively and light, with juicy stone fruit balanced ... Learn MoreLouis Moreau Petit Chablis A.O.C. 2020NZ$38.99 Per item -
The family vineyard is planted on terraces near the top of Lake Dunstan in Cromwell Basin. It bears the name of the stream their vines and home overlook. All Locharburn wines are crafted from grapes grown on this fully sustainable, ... Learn MoreLocharburn Chardonnay 2019NZ$39.99 Per item -
Classic Chablis! Light, fresh - the perfect balance of ripeness and zesty acidity. The nose displays some minerality, stonefruit and lemon zest. A touch of herbal and floral notes too. Fruit is hand-harvest and slowly pressed - the respect that ... Learn MoreDrouhin-Vaudon Chablis 2019NZ$41.99 Per item -
The nose displays notes of oak and lees-ageing without detracting from the purity of fruit. Zesty lemon and ripe apple a balanced by a nose of nougat, butter and toffee. Good weight, but displaying restraint and balance. A creamy, lingering ... Learn MoreAitken's Folly 'The Gordon' Reserve Chardonnay 2017NZ$42.99 Per item -
Perfectly fresh green & yellow apple, joining zesty lemon hints on this wine’s appetizing nose. The palate carries that same full but fresh fruitiness, with trademark minerality & a touch of nutty complexity. Bold citrus acidity cuts through the mid-palate, creating ... Learn MoreLouis Moreau Chablis A.O.C. 2020NZ$54.99 Per item -
This is a charming, rich, focused and delightful white- 'Les Femelottes' ticks all the boxes as a rare Burgundy bargain. Although labelled as a humble Bourgogne Blanc, the fruit comes from a single vineyard within the village of Puligny-Montrachet itself. ... Learn MoreDomaine Chavy-Chouet Bourgogne Blanc 'Les Femelottes' 2020NZ$60.00 Per item -
An absolute bargain, made by Romaric Chavy, one of the best new producers of the Cote d'Or. Sourced from 40 year old vines & matured for 10 months in 40% new French oak. Pineapple and apricot aromas on the nose. Vanilla, sweet and long ... Learn MoreDomaine Chavy Chouet Bourgogne Blanc 'Les Saussots' 2020NZ$60.00 Per item -
An aromatic bouquet of stone fruit & floral notes like acacia and rose petals, combined with light vanilla aromas. Full & round on the palate, with a beautiful balance of lemon lime, flint & nutty complexity. ... Learn MoreLouis Moreau Chablis Premier Cru 'Les Fourneaux' 2018NZ$69.99 Per item -
A perfect example of a classic Chablis 1er Cru. Fresh & mineral driven on the nose, with hints of green apple, pineapple, citrus, spearmint & a touch of buttery aromas. The palate is full & powerful yet restrained, with fine acidity and a ... Learn MoreLouis Moreau Chablis Premier Cru 'Vau Ligneau' 2019NZ$74.99 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$80.01 Per item -
Grand Cru Les Clos is the most renowned of the 7 Chablis Grands Crus that produces clean yet generous and powerful wines. A highly distinctive cool, mineral bouquet which gives the wine lot of elegance & finesse. The palate expresses delicate notes ... Learn MoreLouis Moreau Chablis Grand Cru 'Les Clos' 2017NZ$144.99 Per item -
Concentrated, powerful, and lively, Les Casse-Têtes is the very quintessence of the Meursault appellation. Made by Romaric Chavy, one of the best new producers of the Cote d'Or. Sophisticated and elegant aromas intertwined with citrus, white peach and pear. ... Learn MoreDomaine Chavy Chouet Meursault 'Les Casse-Tetes' 2020NZ$159.99 Per item -
Made by Romaric Chavy, one of the best new producers of the Cote d'Or. Sourced from a tiny 1 hectare plot in Puligny Montrachet, known the world over for exceptional Chardonnay. The Enseigneres is the most renowned of the Puligny-Montrachet villages. ... Learn MoreDomaine Chavy Chouet Puligny Montrachet 'Les Enseigneres' 2020NZ$159.99 Per item
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