Chardonnay

Chardonnay is a white wine grape variety grown all over the world, but predominantly in the cooler climates of northern and eastern France, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Australia. It has a fruity, smooth taste with a slightly sweet aftertaste.


The History of Chardonnay


Chardonnay is one of the oldest white wines in the world, dating back to the 12th century. The wine was originally made from a blend of local grapes, but it grew in popularity in the 16th and 17th centuries thanks to the patronage of French aristocrats. By the 18th century, chardonnay was becoming a popular wine all over Europe. Today, chardonnay is produced all over the world and is considered one of the most popular wine varieties.

Why Drink Chardonnay?

Chardonnay is a versatile white wine that can be enjoyed on its own or with other food. It has a fruity, creamy flavour and a crisp, clean finish. It is a great choice for both breakfast and dinner. Additionally, chardonnay is an affordable wine that can be enjoyed by all.


What Foods Pair Well with Chardonnay?

When it comes to wine, there are so many different types and styles to choose from. Some wine drinkers might prefer a dry white wine, while others might enjoy a sweet or fruity one. Chardonnay is definitely a versatile wine, and it can be enjoyed with a wide range of foods. Here are some food pairings that we think will appeal to chardonnay drinkers:

  • Baked chicken: This pairing is classic and delicious. Chardonnay is a great wine to use when you want something light and airy, and baked chicken is the perfect vessel. The citrusy flavours of the chicken and the crispness of the vegetables will complement the sweetness of the chardonnay perfectly.
  • Shrimp: Shrimp are another perfect food pairing for chardonnay. The delicate flavour of shrimp pairs well with chardonnay’s natural fruity notes, making for an elegant meal. You can also go ahead and add some spices to this meal if you want – shrimp is a great way to get your spice fix without overdoing it.
  • Grilled cheese: Another nostalgic favourite, grilled cheese is always a hit. 


Chardonnay is a versatile wine that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a dry white wine to accompany your meal or a fruity dessert wine, chardonnay has something for everyone. Plus, because chardonnay is made from grapes grown in warm climates, it often features flavours and aromas that are well-rounded and complex. So why not give this classic wine a try next time you entertain?

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McGuigan Single Batch Project Chardonnay (750mL) -13%
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Aroma & Palate Citrus, stonefruit, buttered toast Varietal Chardonnay Style Fresh & full-bodied From The Winemaker Our most recent range of contemporary wines sourced from South Australian vineyards. The perfect accompaniment to any meal, these wines are handcrafted, made in single batches, ensuring that the last bottle opened always tastes as good as the first. Every vintage, each wine parcel is allocated a batch code, separated from other batches and treated independently to ensure cleanliness and purity of winemaking. With Mother Nature ensuring each year offers new possibilities...
McGuigan Single Batch Project Chardonnay (750mL) Case of 6 -18%
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Weight: 9.000 kg
Aroma & Palate Citrus, stonefruit, buttered toast Varietal Chardonnay Style Fresh & full-bodied From The Winemaker Our most recent range of contemporary wines sourced from South Australian vineyards. The perfect accompaniment to any meal, these wines are handcrafted, made in single batches, ensuring that the last bottle opened always tastes as good as the first. Every vintage, each wine parcel is allocated a batch code, separated from other batches and treated independently to ensure cleanliness and purity of winemaking. With Mother Nature ensuring each year offers new possibilities...
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Morgan's Bay Chardonnay (750mL) -8%
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Weight: 1.600 kg
Aroma & Palate Hints of peach, melon, & vanilla with toasted oak Type Chardonnay Style Satisfying & balanced From the Winemaker Crafted with care, this Chardonnay boasts a medley of ripe tropical fruits and citrus aromas, intertwined with subtle oak notes. On the palate, experience the luscious blend of peach and melon flavours, complemented by hints of vanilla and a touch of toasted oak. With its medium-bodied profile and balanced acidity, this Chardonnay offers a creamy texture and a satisfying finish, making it a perfect companion for creamy pasta dishes, grilled chicken, or...
Oakridge Over The Shoulder Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Oakridge Over The Shoulder Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Oyster Bay Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Oyster Bay Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle From the famed home of cool climate flavour intensity, Oyster Bay Chardonnay is a delightful breath of fresh air and displays a style of its own. Its assertive and refreshing flavours are captured and partnered with subtle oak bringing a delicate texture to the wine.
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Aroma & Palate Hints of ripe citrus fruits, melon, vanilla, & oak Type Chardonnay Style Fresh & tropical From the Winemaker From the famed home of cool climate flavour intensity, Oyster Bay Chardonnay is a delightful breath of fresh air and displays a style of its own. Its assertive and refreshing flavours are captured and partnered with subtle oak bringing a delicate texture to the wine. New Zealand produces world-class Chardonnay and Marlborough is at the heart of it all as the country’s premier grape-growing region. Marlborough’s warm days and cool nights create an extended growing...
Paringa Pe Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Paringa Pe Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay 750ML ABV :12.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle
Pepperjack Adelaide Hills Padthaway Chardonnay (750mL) -12%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate White peach, almond, rich full mouthfeel Varietal Chardonnay Style Modern & complex From The Winemaker Traditional winemaking techniques and an eye to modern styles allow us to create wines that are synonymous with the regions they are from. Rich, honest wines that showcase the regions in their most natural light. Pepperjack Chardonnay is a modern style with aromas of white peach and grapefruit with subtle nutty oak. The palate is balanced with ripe stone fruits with a slatey acidity which gives length and complexity to the finish....
Petaluma Chardonnay 750ML -10%
Petaluma Chardonnay 750ML
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Petaluma Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Petaluma White Label Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Petaluma White Label Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Port Phillip Estate Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Port Phillip Estate Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Quarisa Treasures Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Quarisa Treasures Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle
Quartier Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Quartier Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Rawson Retreat Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Rawson Retreat Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle
Rawson's Retreat Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13% abv This is a vividly bright wine in colour with pale sun bleached hay and green hues. The creamy vanilla bean and subtle spices come out on the palate as well as yellow peach and honeydew melon while white stone fruits dominate the aromatics. The palate however is dominated with hints of citrus and a full buttery nougat. Subtle integrated spicy/creamy oak and mouth-watering acid completes a generous and textural palate with exceptional length.
Red Hill Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Red Hill Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Buttery Chardonnay (750mL) -13%
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Weight: 1.600 kg
Aroma & Palate Rich & creamy flavour Type Chardonnay Style Wine FROM THE WINEMAKER Rich and creamy, Robert Mondavi Private Selection Buttery Chardonnay White Wine is named for the decadence imparted by the aged wine's distinct winemaking style. This golden California wine opens with aromas of brown spice, vanilla, and oak. With its lush, concentrated flavours of ripe apple and white peach, this chardonnay wine pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, fettuccine carbonara, grilled salmon and blue cheese, or mango green salad. ABV (%): 13.5 Size:  750ML Country: USA
Seppelt Drumborg Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Seppelt Drumborg Chardonnay 750ML ABV :12.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Seville Estate Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Seville Estate Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Squealing Pig Chardonnay (750mL) -20%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Fresh orange & pineapple, lemon pith, toasty & creamy Varietal Chardonnay Style Layered & vibrant From The Winemaker This Squealing Pig Chardonnay with grapes sourced from Marlborough is crisp with flavours of citrus, nectarine and pineapple and a lovely toasty finish.
St Huberts Stag Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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St Huberts Stag Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle With vibrant citrus notes of lemon barley, lemon curd, stone fruits and freshly cut pear on the nose, this is a fresh and lively Chardonnay with a lingering citrus finish and a dusting of oak for complexity.
St Huberts The Stag Victoria Chardonnay Wine 2017 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv The wine is fresh, light and lively without being lean. Pear and lemon butter follow on from the nose. The wine is vibrant and restrained, with just a feather dusting of spicy oak. The finish is clean cut with lingering citrus notes.Light-bodied and lively without being lean. Pear and lemon blossom follow on from the nose. Vibrant and restrained, with just a feather dusting of oak and a tight finish with lingering citrus notes.
St Hugo Eden Valley Chardonnay (750mL) -12%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Lemon, pecan, pastry and citrus Varietal Chardonnay Style Crisp, balanced and complex Winemakers Comments A modern Australian Chardonnay of outstanding character, showcasing premium Eden Valley fruit. While drinking beautifully now, with careful cellaring this Chardonnay will develop further for up to 10 years. Selected parcels of premium Eden Valley fruit were picked at optimum flavour development while still retaining excellent acidity. Fermentation was in 500 litre puncheons, 56% of which were new and the balance all 1 to 2 years old. Refreshing acidity was...
St Hugo Eden Valley Chardonnay (Case of 6) -14%
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Weight: 9.000 kg
Aroma & Palate Lemon, pecan, pastry and citrus Varietal Chardonnay Style Crisp, balanced and complex Winemakers Comments A modern Australian Chardonnay of outstanding character, showcasing premium Eden Valley fruit. While drinking beautifully now, with careful cellaring this Chardonnay will develop further for up to 10 years. Selected parcels of premium Eden Valley fruit were picked at optimum flavour development while still retaining excellent acidity. Fermentation was in 500 litre puncheons, 56% of which were new and the balance all 1 to 2 years old. Refreshing acidity was...
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Stonier Reserve Chardonnay 750ML -10%
Stonier Reserve Chardonnay 750ML
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Stonier Reserve Chardonnay 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Tarrawarra Estate Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Tarrawarra Estate Chardonnay 750ML ABV :12.8% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Taylors Estate Chardonnay (750mL) -14%
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Weight: 1.600 kg
Aroma & Palate Stone fruit, cashews, white peach, nectarines & citrus zest Type Chardonnay Style Clean & elegant From the Winemaker It has fresh flavours of stone fruit combined with cashews and an underlying toastiness from the barrel fermentation to deliver a mouth-filling, enjoyable wine. It has a clean, elegant palate, a zesty acid backbone and a long, persistent finish. Taylors Estate Chardonnay is known for its approachability, freshness, and well-balanced flavours, making it a popular choice for both casual enjoyment and special occasions.
Taylors Estate Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv Luscious flavours of white peach, citrus and tropical fruit overlaying toasted cashew and creamy nuances from fine French oak.
Taylors Estate Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Taylors Estate Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Luscious flavours of white peach, citrus and tropical fruit overlaying toasted cashew and creamy nuances from fine French oak.
Taylors Estate Pinot Noir Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv A premium bottle fermented style crafted from the classic varieties of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, this wine displays clean, vivacious citrus flavours with an underlying creamy character and a delicate mousse - all hallmarks of fine sparkling wine.
Taylors Jaraman Chardonnay (750mL) -11%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Citrus, white peach and nectarine Varietal Chardonnay Style Complex yet elegant Our Notes Is this Australia's (or the world's) best Chardonnay? Taylor's Jaraman Chardonnay recently won gold at the  MUNDUS VINI Grand International Wine Awards, the most prestigious global wine award. An outstanding valued wine. Winemakers Comments An unusual fusion of Adelaide Hills & Clare Valley resulting in an intensely flavoured, complex yet elegant wine with distinct citrus, white peach & nectarine characters along with a subtle flinty note. It has intense...
Taylors Jaraman Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv An unusual fusion of Clare Valley & Margaret River resulting in an intensely flavoured, complex yet elegant wine with distinct citrus, white peach & nectarine characters along with a subtle flinty note.
Taylors Promised Land Chardonnay (750mL) -13%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Yellow peach, pineapple, fresh lemon Varietal Chardonnay Style Fresh & refreshing Winemakers Comments The tropical fruit flavours of pure chardonnay without the influence of oak. The palate is silky and the finish is clean and refreshing. Every sip helps support Project Seahorse.   Whilst digging their first vineyard dam, the Taylor family discovered fossilised seahorses, a remnant of an ancient inland sea. Today, Taylors Wines are proud partners of Project Seahorse. With every sip, you are supporting...
Taylors Promised Land Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13% abv The tropical fruit flavours of pure chardonnay without the influence of oak. The palate is silky and the finish is clean and refreshing.
Taylors St. Andrews Chardonnay 2021 (750mL) -9%
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Weight: 1.600 kg
Aroma & Palate Peach, nectarine, cashew & French oak Type Chardonnay Style Savoury & complex From the Winemaker This is a medium-bodied, elegant wine with an enjoyable creamy yet still delicate texture to the mid-palate. Flavours of white peach and nectarine stone fruit are evident along with toasted cashew nut notes from quality French oak maturation. Whilst the new oak characters hold court, it is held in check by superb quality fruit characters and subtle minerality. The finish has wonderful persistence and length.
Taylors St. Andrews Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13% abv The wine has ripe white peach aromas along with hints of tropical fruit and subtle creamy oak. Enticing sweet spice and savoury cashew nut from the French oak add complexity to the bouquet.The oak regime employed for this wine is 80% new & 20% 1 year old French oak (tight-grained which is air seasoned for 3 years), sourced from Louis Latour, a specialist Burgundian supplier. After 10 months of oak maturation, then minimal fining and filtration, the wine was bottled.
Taylors Taylor Made Chardonnay (750mL) -7%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate White peach, bready, creamy Varietal Chardonnay Style Delicate & creamy Winemakers Comments This is a wine with great delicacy showcasing white stone-fruit flavours along with attractive subtle brioche character. The barrel fermentation brings a delightful creaminess to the mid-palate. Overall, the wine is beautifully balanced with well integrated oak acting in support of the fruit and the tight acidity ensuring freshness. The length is superb and the wine finishes with enjoyable persistence. About the Winery The Taylor family's long-standing association...
Tempus Two Varietal Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 11% abv Tempus Two Varietal series Chardonnay is designed to add a touch of style to any occasion. Approachable fruit-driven flavours with a structured palate and balanced acidity crafted for everyday drinking. This Chardonnay displays upfront white peach, nectarine and quince characters complemented by elegant, toasty oak influences, finishing with bright lemon acidity.
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Character: This wine has a very fresh and fruity nose. With a good attack on the fruits(mainly lemon and grapefruit), it has a good acidity balance. It is ready drinking but It also can be kept up to 5 years. Tasting advice: It is best drunk fresh (8-10°C or 50°F), with seafood, fish and chicken. Roncier "blanc de blancs" is also perfect as an aperitif with friends.
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Appellation: AOC Bourgogne White Varietals: 100% Chardonnay  Tasting note: A beautiful green and gold colour, Citrus on the nose and fresh on the palate. the citrus flavour is not too strong and very well balanced as you expect from Masion Tramier. A wonderful Burgundy wine. To be served at 12-14°C. Shellfish, grilled fish and medium-strong cheese.
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Tasting note: Named after the parcel from which this wine originally came from, Tiserny wine is delicate and soft. A beautiful green and gold colour, Citrus on the nose and fresh on the palate. Yet, the notes of apples and citrue are light enough and blances well this dry style chardonnay from Brugundy. Overall, Tiserny is a wonderful Burgundy white wine as you expect from Maison Tramier. Production Process: Whole bunches are lightly pressed and the juice remains in stainless-steel vats for maceration for up to 10 days. Predominantly aged in steel-vats for purity, the wine then takes passage in oak for 3 months. It can be aged for up to...
Trentham Estate Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Trentham Estate Chardonnay 750ML ABV :12.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle
Vasse Felix Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Vasse Felix Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Vidal Estate Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Vidal Estate Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle
Villa Maria Reserve Chardonnay 750ML -10%
Villa Maria Reserve Chardonnay 750ML
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Villa Maria Reserve Chardonnay 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :NEW ZEALAND
Wolf Blass Red Label Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv This delicious Chardonnay displays zesty mango, passionfruit, peach and melon characters balanced with a refreshing, crisp finish. A perfect fit into the Red Label range due to its value for money and easy drinking style.
Wolf Blass Red Label Chardonnay 750ML -10%
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Wolf Blass Red Label Chardonnay 750ML ABV :12.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle
Wolf Blass Reserve Collection Chardonnay (750mL) -32%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Peach, nectarine acidity, orange peel, creamy Varietal Chardonnay Style Bright & classic Our Notes A bright and fruit-forward Australian Chardonnay. Expect stone fruit notes and a texturally creamy Chardonnay palate. From The Winemaker Wolf Blass Wines, established in 1966, has grown from a humble tin shed to become one of the world’s most successful and awarded wineries. Today, Wolf Blass wines are exported to more than 50 countries and are recognised internationally as icons of modern winemaking. The essence of Wolf Blass wines is exemplified...
Wolf Blass Yellow Label Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14% abv Rich stone fruit flavours with a subtle, integrated oak character. The palate is medium-bodied with a soft, creamy texture and a lingering finish. Generous, yet with finesse and elegance.