Chardonnay: the shape-shifter

6 minC10After Climate in the glass

Knowledge check

Can the claim survive the glass?

Choose true or false. You need 4 of 5 to complete this lesson.

01Oak flavour is an unavoidable property of Chardonnay grapes.

True False

02Lees and malolactic conversion can affect texture.

True False

03One buttery aroma proves full malolactic conversion.

True False

04Climate and harvest timing can change Chardonnay’s structure.

True False

05A fair comparison controls serving temperature and major mismatches.

True False

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