About Chardonnay clair
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Chardonnay
- Price Range
- ¥1,760
- 720ml, tax included
- Alcohol
- 12%
Chardonnay clair is Swiss Village Winery's lighter, more approachable Chardonnay, made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in Azumino city, Nagano Prefecture (2023 harvest). Its name comes from the French word 'clair,' meaning 'bright' or 'light-shining.' It shows delicate white peach aromas in a crisp, dry style. Compared to the winery's single-vineyard Chardonnay Premier Aokihara, grown in the Aokihara district of Ikeda-machi, Chardonnay clair offers a softer, easier-drinking expression from Azumino's grapes. Best served at 8-10°C.
The most approachable Chardonnay in Swiss Village's lineup — where Premier Aokihara shows concentration, clair shows effortless, everyday charm.
New to wine?
A gentle, easy-drinking Chardonnay with soft white peach notes — a friendly entry point into Swiss Village Winery's white wine lineup.
Food Pairings
Its delicate white peach character and crisp acidity pair well with white fish carpaccio, light salads, and fresh goat cheese. The winery notes it appeals to sake drinkers, so it also suits delicate Japanese dishes like chawanmushi or shirauo tempura.
When to drink it
Casual weeknight dinners, light seafood meals, an easy introduction to Nagano-grown Chardonnay.
Terroir & Winemaking
Made from 100% Chardonnay grown in Azumino city, Nagano Prefecture, harvested in 2023. ABV 12%. Dry style. Best served at 8-10°C.
About the producer
Swiss Village Winery100% Nagano-grown wines from the foot of the Northern Alps安曇野市, 長野県 · Founded 1997Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What does "clair" mean in the name Chardonnay clair?
- "Clair" is French for "bright" or "light-shining," reflecting this wine's crisp, gentle character.
- How is Chardonnay clair different from Chardonnay Premier Aokihara?
- Chardonnay clair uses grapes grown in Azumino city and offers a lighter, more casual style, while Premier Aokihara comes from a single vineyard in the Aokihara district of Ikeda-machi and delivers a more concentrated, structured expression.
- What does Chardonnay clair taste like?
- It shows delicate white peach aromas with crisp acidity in a dry, easy-drinking style.
- What food pairs well with Chardonnay clair?
- White fish, light salads, fresh goat cheese, and delicate Japanese dishes such as chawanmushi pair well with it.
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