Wine Encyclopedia

The flavors in a wine that shows or is reflective of its place of origin.

Chardonnay is a green-skinned grape variety used to make white wine. It is believed to have originated in the Burgundy wine region of eastern France but is now grown wherever wine is produced. The Chardonnay grape itself is very neutral, with many of the flavors...

Also known as "bulk" process. In champagne production, this term refers to secondary fermentation which is performed in a tank. The champagne may or may not be subjected to an extended aging period. The yeast is then filtered out and the champagne is put into...

French term meaning "full bodied."

Literally "castle" often used to designate a specific estate or winery.

In Bordeaux, this term is applied to wine which has been grown and bottled at a particular chateau. Similar to the term "Estate Bottled" used in the United States.