Chardonnay vs Carmenère
Les Cépages
Chardonnay
White cépage
Chardonnay — world's most celebrated white grape, native to Burgundy, France. Versatile wines range from lean and mineral to rich and buttery.
Carmenère
Red cépage
Carménère — historic Bordeaux variety now Chile's signature red grape. Produces wines with dark cherry, green pepper, and spice character.