Introduction I had been on the lookout for some celebrities/tv personalities that favour drinking Chardonnay. In one of my articles I already featured Bridget Jones, although this might not be the best example. The New York Times just interviewed the singer/comedian Bridget Everett, who is an avid Chardonnay fan, in particular for the Napa Valley… Read More »
Introduction Many people are still thinking that France is the world’s wine country number one, but in reality it has been overtaken to the left and right by neighbouring countries Spain and Italy. Recently it has been noted that China, also starring in the list of wine producing countries, is an even more serious challenger… Read More »
Introduction Having presented some of California’s best Chardonnays from Napa Valley and Sonoma County (just click for reviews), California offers many more excellent Chardonnays from its other regions. That is why I am dedicating the wine reviews below to areas like Carneros, Russian River Valley and Central Coast. Find beneath reviews and ratings for a… Read More »
Introduction Sonoma County in California has a long history when it comes to wine and Chardonnay remains the most popular grape. Sonoma County, twice the size of its neighbour Napa Valley, extends from Napa on to the Mayacamas Mountains. Climate, location and soil type are diverse, so the wine is getting more and more interesting.… Read More »
Introduction People might wonder why Napa Valley takes it place between the best Chardonnay producing regions in the world. The reasons are threefold. Producing 4% of California’s wines this valley has this great and unique combination of soil and climate for wine grapes and it has the professionals to optimally use these circumstances. The growing… Read More »
Introduction The Chardonnay grape is Australia’s most widely planted white wine variety, the range of styles produced is quite diverse. Given the fact that widespread planting in Australia has been a relatively recent phenomenon, styles are constantly evolving and being refined, yet quite a lot of Chardonnays can already compete with the best in the… Read More »
Introduction France is one of the best Chardonnay producing countries in the world, with the Burgundy region as its most important contributor. White Burgundy Chardonnay is almost universal. Chardonnay grapes love the chalky, limestone-rich soil of Burgundy. That is a major reason why the area produces so many brilliant wines. Burgundy is considered the birthplace… Read More »
Introduction Canada is the largest producer of ice wines in the world. It owes its reputation as a wine country mainly because of this particular type of wine. Ice wines are called so as they are made from grapes picked in a frozen state. Canada even leaves Germany with its Eisweine behind. Less well known… Read More »
Introduction The following scenario is a very typical and common one: you sit down somewhere in a cafe, bar or restaurant and fancy a glass of white wine. You ask for white wine by the glass. I bet you that 99 times out of a 100 you will get the question as to which white… Read More »
Introduction It is a well-known fact that Chardonnay produces a wide range of flavours. The reason being it’s ability to grow under various climatological conditions. The colder the climate, the tighter the aromas and the higher the acidity: green apple, unripe pear and white flowers. Chablis and champagne are the classic examples here. In slightly warmer climates… Read More »