With a long reputation as one of the world’s great white wine varietals, Chardonnay features an impressive range of flavors from buttered oak overtones to the fresh fruit flavors of apple, pear, citrus and melon. Oenophiles and newbies alike can all agree on the popularity of this internationally grown wine. Pairing well with most dishes, Chardonnay is never one to be turned away from a dinner party.