Tag: Winemaking techniques

According to winemakers and sommeliers, a single Chardonnay can range from high-acid and citrusy to low-acid and buttery depending on its origin and production. This wide spectrum of styles shows that the question, "Is Chardonnay wine very acidic?" does not have a simple yes-or-no answer.

While the average bottle of wine contains between 12-15% alcohol, some varieties can contain significantly more. A wine with 20% alcohol is possible, but it must be a fortified wine, meaning additional spirit has been added during the winemaking process. This technique, which has been used for centuries, creates a distinct category of high-alcohol wines with rich, complex flavors.