Definition

1. Noun:
   • A variety of grape used primarily for making white wine: The Chardonnay grape is a green-skinned grape variety used in the production of white wine. It is the primary grape used in the wines of Burgundy and Champagne and is one of the most widely planted wine grape varieties in the world.

Usage

• The word "chardonnay grape" specifically refers to the fruit itself, the cultivar of . It is a compound noun. The term "Chardonnay" alone is often used to refer to the wine made from this grape.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The vineyard is famous for its Chardonnay grapes.
  • The flavor of the wine depends heavily on the quality of the Chardonnay grape.

Advanced Usage

• As a modifier: The term can be used attributively to describe things related to this grape variety.
  • The region's Chardonnay grape harvest was exceptional this year.

Variants and Related Words

• Chardonnay (noun): Most commonly refers to the white wine produced from the Chardonnay grape.
  • She ordered a glass of Chardonnay.

Synonyms

• White wine grape: A general term for grapes used in white wine production, of which Chardonnay is a specific type.

Notes

• The Chardonnay grape is known for its relatively neutral flavor, which allows it to be strongly influenced by terroir and winemaking techniques like oak aging. It is not typically used to make red or rosé wines.

Noun

1. white wine grape