Chardonnay

Chardonnay grapes hail from the Burgundy area of France where their vines are the most numerous of all the varieties planted. They’re the only grape permitted in the Chablis region and the Chardonnay grape is also the major varietal used in making Champagne. Its winter hardiness is legendary and can withstand severely low sustained temperatures of -20 – - 25C, hence its popularity in Ontario. The first Canadian Chardonnay was produced in 1979 but only became a staple in Canadian wine industry in the last seven years.

V1 Estates are produced with high quality grapes from various countries and regions determined each harvest. Each harvest we find the best quality grapes in specific regions of Sicily, Chile, Argentina, California and Ontario. This Chardonnay is from the Niagara region in Ontario, which has become known for some of the world’s best cold-climate Chardonnays.

Tasting notes

Light to Medium body
Dry
Golden in color
Aromas of peach, pear, apple or tropical fruits
Mineral notes and buttery, caramel flavours if aged in oak.

Technical Notes

12.5% alc/vol
Acidity 6.5

Origins

Niagara, Ontario