Chardonnay
American-
a white grape used in winemaking.
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a dry white wine made with this grape.
noun
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a white grape originally grown in the Burgundy region of France, and now throughout the wine-producing world
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any of various white wines made from this grape
Etymology
Origin of Chardonnay
From the French word chardon(n)ay
Example Sentences
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Utopia Sultana first visited Villa Chardonnay in September 2025 while searching for a sanctuary for four horses whorequired long-term support and specialized care.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2026
Elsewhere in the province, Songtsam Lodge Cizhong, where guests can sip housemade Chardonnay, has reopened after a two-year refurbishment, with a sister hotel coming to Kunming next year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 20, 2025
A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier from multiple vintages, it is also the 244th blend from Roederer and the house’s flagship wine.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 11, 2025
The Chardonnay is made with “a blend of lightly oaked, California Chardonnay wine, delicately sweet Chardonnay grape juice, and a touch of natural Pumpkin Spice flavoring,” per TJ’s.
From Salon ● Sep. 29, 2025
How about polenta-crusted salmon filet with pesto sauce and a nice glass of J. Lohr Chardonnay?
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
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