Oaked Chardonnays are higher-end wines from California, Burgundy, and Australia, among others. Chardonnay's popularity peaked in the late 1980s and became the major player on the white wine production due to its versatility and adaptability to be planted in different regions and climates.Ĭhardonnays are divided in two main categories: Unoaked, which gives lean, crisp and fresh and usually affordable wines. In warmer locations such as the Adelaide Hills and in Australia or Napa Valley in California, aromas and flavours are rounder with a richer yellow ripe fruits palate. In cool climates, it tends to be medium to light bodied with noticeable acidity and aromas of green plum, apple, and pear. It is vinified in many different styles, from the lean and mineral wines of Chablis to the richer style of Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet in Burgundy, France, or the New World wines with oak and tropical fruit flavours. The structure and flavours of Chardonnays vary depending on what soil’s types it is planted. However, we offer no refund payment if there is less than 7 days notice of cancellation unless we can resell the places booked.Chardonnay is neutral in flavour, which makes it a great messenger of the soils (terroir). In the event that we can resell the places booked, there will be a 100% refund. If cancellation is between 7-14 days before the event, you will be entitled to a 50% refund or we will offer to reschedule you to another date if possible. If you have to cancel your table with 14+ days notice we will refund your payment in full. For some theme nights it may not be possible to cater for all dietary needs. Please confirm these asap after your booking. Tickets to an event at The Vineking require prepayment to secure your booking.Īll dietary requirements where possible will be catered for. Starting at 7.30pm running till 9.30, 16 Bridge Road, East Molesey KT8 9HA The Tasting will be served with platters of Cheese, Charcuterie as well as nibbles, olives and breads. It has then travelled the world making its name in Napa, Stellenbosch, Mendoza and many more of the finest wine regions in the world. Producing intense, deep and powerful Red Wines.īut what differences do terroir, history, winemaking have on this varietal.This highly regarded grape variety was bred from Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc sometime in the 17th century in the region of Bordeaux. Tonight we examine Cabernet Sauvignon, the worlds most planted grape variety. Join us for our Monthly exploration into the wine world.

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