Chardonnay
Origin: Burgundy region of France
NY Introduction: Successfully cultivated by Charles Fournier and Konstantin Frank in the late 1950’s at Gold Seal Vineyards in the Finger Lakes region.
Atwater Introduction: 1988
Acreage: Atwater Estate Vineyards: 6.58 acres/ Total New York: 1,103 acres
Taste Characteristics: Produces medium to full-bodied wines, frequently with rich, complex bouquet and flavor. Flavors can be hints of pineapple, apple, honey, pear, melon and citrus. Depending on manner of vinification may have nutty, buttery, vanilla, toasty, herbal and/or oaky flavors as well.