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Chardonnay is the world's most popular white wine - and for good reason. The grape variety with the green-skinned grapes adapts effortlessly to different climate zones and produces a remarkable range of wine styles. From a fresh, mineral style to a full-bodied, wood-accented Chardonnay, anything is possible. This versatility not only makes it attractive for winegrowers, but also ensures that almost every wine lover can find a Chardonnay to suit their taste.

Chardonnay is a grateful variety for winegrowers: it is robust in cultivation and easy to handle in the cellar. It also offers plenty of creative scope. One and the same grape can produce both a light, elegant wine and a powerful, buttery wine with intense roasted aromas. How the wine tastes in the end depends heavily on the terroir and the chosen vinification method. In general, Chardonnay is a dry wine with a medium to full body, moderate acidity and medium to high alcohol content. In cooler growing regions, aromas of green apple, lemon or pear dominate. In warmer regions, more exotic notes such as papaya, mango or pineapple come to the fore.

A distinctive feature of many Chardonnays is their ageing in oak barrels. This allows the wine to develop additional aromas of vanilla, caramel or roasted nuts. Many winemakers also use malolactic fermentation, in which the fresh malic acid in the wine is converted into softer lactic acid. The result is a rounder, creamier wine with a characteristically “buttery” texture - a style that is particularly popular in California and Australia.

As diverse as Chardonnay is, one thing remains constant: its reputation as a white wine with great potential - both for uncomplicated drinking pleasure and for sophisticated, storable top wines. - Gerardo [TS05/25]



Chardonnay Veneto IGT 2025, Campagnola, Venetien

Chardonnay Veneto IGT 2025


Campagnola, Veneto

The Chardonnay Veneto is a timeless classic from the renowned Verona region, which is characterized by its pale yellow color and leaves an elegant impression. Its well-composed bouquet delights with a variety of fruity and floral aromas, which together convey an inviting freshness and lightness. These aromas invite enjoyment and make it a versatile wine for many...

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´Anticaia´ · Salento Chardonnay IGP 2025, Cantina San Donaci, Apulien

Anticaia · Salento Chardonnay IGP 2025


Cantina San Donaci, Puglia

The Anticaia Chardonnay from Cantina San Donaci is pale straw yellow in the glass with delicate greenish reflections - an indication of its freshness and youth. The nose reveals an intense, fruity bouquet with fine notes of citrus fruits, white flowers and a hint of tropical notes. Despite its aromatic richness, the wine is always balanced and elegant, supported by a subtle minerality that gives it depth and...

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Chardonnay Literflasche DOC 2025, Cantina di Custoza, Venetien

Chardonnay Literflasche DOC 2025


Cantina di Custoza, Veneto

This Chardonnay from Cantina di Custoza reveals the full potential of the sun-drenched hills south of Lake Garda. The fertile soils and mild climate give it a light straw-yellow color and an intense bouquet with fruity notes reminiscent of banana and exotic fruits. This variety of aromas impressively reflects the special characteristics of the...

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Chardonnay Friuli Grave DOC 2024, Vigneti Pittaro, Friaul
Chardonnay Friuli Grave DOC 2024

Vigneti Pittaro, Friuli

The Chardonnay from Vigneti Pittaro is an elegant and accessible summer wine. Its bouquet seduces with fine aromas of acacia blossom and ripe yellow apples, accompanied by a hint of exotic fruit. On the palate, it is refreshingly dry, yet pleasantly mild and balanced, with a fine, smooth...

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´Marmorelle´ · Chardonnay-Verdeca IGT 2024, Tenuta Marilu, Apulien
Marmorelle · Chardonnay-Verdeca IGT 2024

Tenuta Marilu, Puglia

The Chardonnay Verdeca cuvée Marmorelle embodies the combination of Puglia's fertile land and its maritime freshness - an authentic homage to the regional terroir. In the glass, the wine presents itself with a clear, lively character, carried by aromas of ripe yellow apples, tangy citrus fruits and a subtle hint of Mediterranean...

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Chardonnay Friuli DOC 2024, Cantina Rauscedo, Friaul
Chardonnay Friuli DOC 2024

Cantina Rauscedo, Friuli

The Chardonnay Friuli from the chalky alluvial soils impresses with its elegance and fine structure. Its bouquet is multi-layered and smells of ripe apples, fine honey and acacia blossom, accompanied by subtle floral nuances that emphasize its fresh...

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´Marmorelle´ · Chardonnay Salento Bianco IGT 2025, Tenuta Marilu, Apulien
Marmorelle · Chardonnay Salento Bianco IGT 2025

Tenuta Marilu, Puglia

The Chardonnay Marmorelle embodies the fertile power of Apulia's soils. In the glass, the wine presents a clear character, carried by dominant aromas of ripe yellow apples and a fine fruitiness.

On the palate, the Chardonnay is fresh and wonderfully balanced, with an elegant acidity that lends the wine depth and structure. Its harmonious nature makes it the ideal companion for light appetizers or simply as a relaxed moment of enjoyment. An honest white wine with substance....

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´Preludio No 1´ · Chardonnay del Castel del Monte DOC 2025, Rivera, Apulien
Preludio No 1 · Chardonnay del Castel del Monte DOC 2025

Rivera, Puglia

The Chardonnay Castel del Monte Preludio No 1 combines classic winemaking skills with the best characteristics of the Castel del Monte region. It shines in the glass in an intense straw yellow and delights with an elegant bouquet reminiscent of citrus fruits, ripe pears and the fine aromas of peach blossom. These aromas give the wine a special sophistication and invite you to enjoy...

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´448 s.lm.´ · Cuvée Weiß IGT 2025, Kellerei Girlan, Südtirol
448 s.lm. · Cuvée Weiß IGT 2025

Kellerei Girlan, South Tyrol

The 448 s.l.m. Cuvée Bianco brings an exciting combination of the classic white grape varieties of South Tyrol to the glass with Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon. Grown at 448 meters above sea level, this wine impressively reflects the fresh altitude and mineral soils of the Girlaner vineyards. The nose reveals fine aromas of ripe apples, citrus fruits and a hint of exotic fruit, accompanied by floral nuances and a pleasant...

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´La Segreta´ · Il Bianco IGT 2025, Planeta, Sizilien
La Segreta · Il Bianco IGT 2025 (Bio)

Planeta, Sicily

La Segreta Il Bianco is light straw yellow in the glass with fine greenish reflections and exudes an inviting freshness right from the start. The bouquet is complex and lively: Fruity aromas of green lemon, lime and bergamot blend harmoniously with nuances of white peach and melon. This aromatic diversity gives the wine a tangy yet balanced...

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´Angimbé´ · Terre Siciliane IGT 2024, Cusumano, Sizilien
Angimbé · Terre Siciliane IGT 2024

Cusumano, Sicily

The Angimbé Terre Siciliane from Cusumano is a white wine cuvée full of character, made from 70% of the indigenous Insolia grape variety and 30% Chardonnay. In the glass, it is a delicate pale yellow with golden reflections. The nose is characterized by fresh, clear aromas - ripe apples, yellow plums and fine exotic fruit notes such as pineapple and melon, complemented by a hint of floral notes. This combination gives the wine a pleasant complexity and a Mediterranean...

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Chardonnay delle Venezie IGT 2025, Gianni Tessari, Venetien
Chardonnay delle Venezie IGT 2025

Gianni Tessari, Veneto

The Chardonnay delle Venezie from Gianni Tessari shines with a straw-yellow color and a fine aroma of tropical fruits such as pineapple and banana. A pleasant freshness unfolds on the palate, accompanied by balanced acidity and a clear minerality. Its supple body and fine structure lend it elegance and versatility. This Chardonnay is an excellent accompaniment to fish dishes, white meat or creamy vegetable preparations and also offers a harmonious taste experience on its...

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´Angimbé´ · Terre Siciliane IGT 2025, Cusumano, Sizilien
Angimbé · Terre Siciliane IGT 2025

Cusumano, Sicily

The Angimbé Terre Siciliane from Cusumano is a white wine cuvée full of character, made from 70% of the indigenous Insolia grape variety and 30% Chardonnay. In the glass, it is a delicate pale yellow with golden reflections. The nose is characterized by fresh, clear aromas - ripe apples, yellow plums and fine exotic fruit notes such as pineapple and melon, complemented by a hint of floral notes. This combination gives the wine a pleasant complexity and a Mediterranean...

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´Critone´ · Bianco IGT 2025, Librandi, Kalabrien
Critone · Bianco IGT 2025

Librandi, Calabria

The Critone Bianco is an elegant white wine that impressively showcases the harmony of two international grape varieties in Calabrian terroir. In the glass, it is a pale straw yellow with delicate golden reflections that emphasize its maturity and...

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´NM´ · Bianco Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2025, Kellerei Nals-Margreid, Südtirol
NM · Bianco Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2025

Kellerei Nals-Margreid, South Tyrol

The Bianco delle Dolomiti NM (Nals-Margreid), a cuvée of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, harmoniously combines freshness and lightness. The medium body of this wine is rounded off by the Chardonnay component with a delicate melt, while the Sauvignon adds floral and lively...

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´Altkirch´ · Chardonnay DOC 2024, Schreckbichl, Südtirol
Altkirch · Chardonnay DOC 2024

Schreckbichl, South Tyrol

The Chardonnay Altkirch already impresses in the glass with its clear, light yellow color and delicate greenish reflections. On the nose, it develops a fine, elegant bouquet with characteristic aromas of exotic fruits such as pineapple and mango, complemented by subtle citrus notes. This abundance of fruit gives it an appealing freshness and makes it a typical representative of the grape variety in its South Tyrolean...

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Chardonnay DOC 2025, Kellerei Girlan, Südtirol
Chardonnay DOC 2025

Kellerei Girlan, South Tyrol

This Chardonnay from South Tyrol impresses with its typical alpine freshness, which gives the wine a clear and dry structure. Its bouquet is delicate yet complex, characterized by elegant fruit aromas that create a harmonious balance between refinement and richness. It is bright and inviting in the glass, impressively underlining its vibrant...

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´Altkirch´ · Chardonnay DOC 2025, Schreckbichl, Südtirol
Altkirch · Chardonnay DOC 2025

Schreckbichl, South Tyrol

The Chardonnay Altkirch already impresses in the glass with its clear, light yellow color and delicate greenish reflections. On the nose, it develops a fine, elegant bouquet with characteristic aromas of exotic fruits such as pineapple and mango, complemented by subtle citrus notes. This abundance of fruit gives it an appealing freshness and makes it a typical representative of the grape variety in its South Tyrolean...

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Chardonnay DOC 2025, Muri Gries, Südtirol
Chardonnay DOC 2025

Muri Gries, South Tyrol

This elegant Alto Adige Chardonnay presents itself in a radiant straw yellow with fine greenish reflections and impresses on the nose with an inviting bouquet. Ripe banana, juicy citrus fruit and a hint of golden apple are combined with fine notes of hay and a subtle nuttiness, giving the wine a special...

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´Festival´ · Chardonnay DOC 2025, Kellerei Meran, Südtirol
Festival · Chardonnay DOC 2025

Kellerei Meran, South Tyrol

The South Tyrolean Chardonnay Festival comes from the sunny slopes of Schenna above Meran, where the grapes ripen under ideal climatic conditions. In the glass, it presents itself in a clear, lively straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections - an indication of its youthful freshness. The nose reveals an inviting interplay of fruit: exotic notes of pineapple and banana meet juicy, ripe apple and are elegantly underlined by a hint of...

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Chardonnay DOC 2025, Kellerei Kaltern, Südtirol
Chardonnay DOC 2025

Kellerei Kaltern, South Tyrol

This alpine Chardonnay has a clear, golden yellow hue in the glass, which already visually hints at its freshness and maturity. The nose reveals fine aromas of juicy pear, delicate banana and a hint of exotic fruit, accompanied by a subtle minerality - an interplay that lends the wine depth and...

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Chardonnay DOC 2025, Kellerei Tramin, Südtirol
Chardonnay DOC 2025

Kellerei Tramin, South Tyrol

The South Tyrolean Chardonnay from Tramin shines in the glass with a brilliant greenish-yellow hue, emphasizing its youthful freshness. On the nose, it reveals a delicate, fruit-driven bouquet with notes of ripe pineapple, banana, and crisp apple. These fruity aromas are elegantly complemented by subtle hints of vanilla and a touch of butter, lending the wine extra depth and a gentle creaminess without overpowering its...

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´Monte della Guardia´ · Chardonnay 2023, Ca' Lojera, Lombardei
Monte della Guardia · Chardonnay 2023

Ca' Lojera, Lombardy

The Chardonnay Monte della Guardia is a single-varietal white wine with a light, golden yellow color, which already attracts attention in the glass with its intense radiance. Its bouquet impresses with a multi-layered aroma: ripe yellow fruit is combined with fine floral nuances and a hint of spice to create an elegant and expressive...

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´Kalk´ · Chardonnay DOC 2024, Kellerei Nals-Margreid, Südtirol
Kalk · Chardonnay DOC 2024

Kellerei Nals-Margreid, South Tyrol

The South Tyrolean Chardonnay Kalk has a strong yellow hue that heralds its ripe and inviting structure. On the nose, classic Chardonnay aromas of exotic fruits such as pineapple and mango unfold, supported by a refreshing citrus note, and a hint of flowers enhances the aromatic...

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Chardonnay DOC 2024, Sirch, Friaul
Chardonnay DOC 2024

Sirch, Friuli

This Chardonnay shines with a straw-yellow color and fine greenish reflections that already visually hint at its freshness. The bouquet is intense and rich, with creamy aromas reminiscent of fresh pastries and cream. This is accompanied by floral notes of jasmine and elderflower as well as ripe exotic fruits such as mango and pineapple, which lend depth and complexity to the...

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´Sermine´ · Chardonnay Langhe DOC 2023, Ca' del Baio, Piemont
Sermine · Chardonnay Langhe DOC 2023

Ca' del Baio, Piedmont

The Langhe Chardonnay Sermine impressively combines the authenticity of Piedmont with international elegance. As a single-varietal Chardonnay, it impresses with its powerful structure and intense fruit, which is subtly refined by the discreet use of barrique. Even when young, it is complex and...

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´Caliz´ · Chardonnay DOC 2025, Kellerei Kurtatsch, Südtirol
Caliz · Chardonnay DOC 2025

Kellerei Kurtatsch, South Tyrol

The Kurtatsch Chardonnay Caliz skillfully combines Mediterranean ripeness with Alpine freshness. A fragrant interplay of ripe banana, delicate gingerbread spice and fine minerality unfolds on the nose, which remains lively thanks to the balanced acidity structure. The grapes come from high-altitude terraced vineyards in Kurtatsch, where warm southerly winds and cool nights create an ideal microclimate and give the wine its unmistakable...

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´Kalk´ · Chardonnay DOC 2025, Kellerei Nals-Margreid, Südtirol
Kalk · Chardonnay DOC 2025

Kellerei Nals-Margreid, South Tyrol

The South Tyrolean Chardonnay Kalk has a strong yellow hue that heralds its ripe and inviting structure. On the nose, classic Chardonnay aromas of exotic fruits such as pineapple and mango unfold, supported by a refreshing citrus note, and a hint of flowers enhances the aromatic...

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Chardonnay | Grape variety | Buy at Gerardo

Italy is not only home to numerous indigenous grape varieties, but has also given international varieties such as Chardonnay a permanent home. Originally from Burgundy in France, Chardonnay has long since established itself in Italy, where it has a remarkably independent profile. The adaptability of this grape to different climatic conditions and soils enables winegrowers to develop very different styles - from fresh and mineral to powerful and wood-accented.

Chardonnay has proven itself particularly well in the regions of Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Piedmont. In Trentino-Alto Adige, the alpine climate produces fresh, elegant wines that are often characterized by aromas of green apples, citrus fruits and fine herbs. Friuli, which is known for its distinctive white wine culture, produces complex, aromatic Chardonnays with tropical fruit notes, floral hints and well-integrated acidity. Piedmont, on the other hand, stands for more powerful interpretations with a noticeable structure, often accompanied by fine wood notes, butter and nutty nuances - an indication of the use of oak barrels and malolactic fermentation.

The style of Italian Chardonnay varies greatly, which makes it particularly versatile. Some winemakers bottle it unfiltered and natural in order to preserve its originality, while others rely on ageing in barriques and longer maturation periods to promote depth and complexity. This variety makes it possible to find the right Chardonnay for every occasion - whether as a fresh, summery accompaniment to light dishes or as a structured, full-bodied wine with rich dishes.

Today, Italian Chardonnay stands for quality, character and variety. It offers an exciting alternative to classic Italian white wines such as Vermentino, Pinot Grigio or Soave - and impresses with its independent expression. Anyone who gets involved with these wines will be rewarded with elegance, complexity and an aromatic journey through Italy's terroirs. - Gerardo [TS05/25]