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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He signed on after being wowed by a Silver Heights Chardonnay he tried in Verona.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Villa Chardonnay acknowledged financial constraints in the property tour video posted on YouTube in 2023.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2026
In November, Kerber testified that Villa Chardonnay had received between $30,000 and $40,000 in donations a month prior and $70,000 in cash from her parents, according to a transcript of the meeting filed in court.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2026
Made from equal parts Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, the Brut Reserve is creamy and lush yet fresh, with bright notes of citrus and orange peel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 27, 2025
I apologize and do what she asks while she struggles to open a slippery bottle of cold Chardonnay.
From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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