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(860) 664-0299 115 Cow Hill Road
Clinton, CT 06413
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tastingroom@chamard.com
www.chamard.com

The first vines were planted in the spring of 1984, a 5.5 acre vineyard consisting primarily of Chardonnay with a small quantity of Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. From 1986 through 1992 the remaining acreage was prepared and planted, for a combined total of 20 acres. In the summer of 1988, the winery was constructed and Chamard became a licensed farm winery. The first wine, a 1988 Chardonnay was released for sale in November of 1989. Current production is 6,000 cases annually. – Description from markomkc

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Chamard Chardonnay (2004)

Winery:	Chamard Vineyards
Region:	USA » Connecticut
Varietal:	Chardonnay
Type:	Table Wines

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This is a more classic Chardonnay than the Stone Cold White. The color, while still on the pale side, is a deeper yellow, and the nose is stronger, with nice floral notes. The Chardonnay is aged in a combination of French oak (40%) and stainless stee...

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Varietals Produced by Chamard Vineyards View all

Cabernet Sauvignon

“King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...
Merlot

The Occitanian word “merlot” translates to “young blackbird.” An accurate description for this popular, early-budding...
Chardonnay

British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, C...
Pinot Noir

“With so voluptuous a perfume, so sweet an edge, they make the blood run hot,” Joel Fleischman, wine columnist at Van...

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Chamard Vineyards on Snooth

Jul 27, 2012

Sour Grapes! Save yourself the trouble. Chamard Vineyard was our choice for wedding venue. We went for a tour and tasting, loved the wine cellar, and booked immediately. Three months before our wedding there was a shady change of personel (of which we were never notified) and suddenly the manager, Bridget, decided that the contract and written ...

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Jul 27, 2012

Sour Grapes! Save yourself the trouble. Chamard Vineyard was our choice for wedding venue. We went for a tour and tasting, loved the wine cellar, and booked immediately. Three months before our wedding there was a shady change of personel (of which we were never notified) and suddenly the manager, Bridget, decided that the contract and written ...

Comment by 1122392Jennifer Bavier 1122392
December 2010

Chamard Vineyards Rosé Blend 2006

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Very difficult to get a hold of due to labeling issues earlier in the year. Excellent wine, light and fruity. Makes great sangria as well. Read More

Wine review by UCBlonde
April 2010

Anyone know any wineries in Connecticut that are 'can't miss' stops?There's a list here, but I was wondering if there was anything unique and worth having a look at- particularly around Mystic & Foxwoods and/or near Lake Compounce. (Boulderdash!) Tanks Read More

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September 2009

Chamard Chardonnay 2004

Snoothrank:

I'm not a Chardonnay guy at all. If I'm having white, it's almost always Pinot Grigio. I generally find Chardonnays to be too oakey, too sweet, and just not my thing. That said, the Chamard Chardonnay, a Connecticut white wine that blends grapes from Chamard's Vineyard in Clinton, CT with grapes from Long Island, is very good. Here is a Chard... Read More

Wine review by jmd477
September 2009

Chamard Stone Cold White NV

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A light, crisp, fruity flavor. Maybe not the classiest of Chardonnays, but a nice wine to drink on its own in the warm summer months. Read More

Wine review by anmarsh13
September 2009

Chamard Stone Cold White NV

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No written review

Wine review by anmarsh13
August 2009

Chamard Merlot 2005

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A blend of 80% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Pinot Noir, this is a lighter-bodied wine than either a California or European Merlot. The nose is earthy, but still has that tang that Ive discovered is very typical of Northeastern reds, particularly Merlots. Its almost as if the wine has a touch of salty sea air that c... Read More

Wine review by 100216MTB 100216
August 2009

Chamard Estate Cabernet Franc 2005

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80% Cabernet Franc, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and 2% Pinot Noir, the Cab Franc is a lovely wine. The color is a lovely rich garnet, and the nose is soft with light notes of spice and berry. In the mouth the wine is smooth, rich and complex with notes of both chocolate and raspberry that linger on the palate. Like the Merlot, the Cabe... Read More

Wine review by 100216MTB 100216
July 2009

Chamard Vineyards Pinot Gris 2007

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There were strong notes of lemon on both the nose and in the mouth, but there was also a disconcerting tartness, almost bitterness, at the end. It was also slightly effervescent, which seemed to play up the bitterness. Read More

Wine review by 100216MTB 100216
July 2009

Chamard Vineyards Chardonnay Estate Reserve 2004

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This was my favorite of the Chamard Whites. A lovely, rich Chardonnay with beautiful fruit notes, particularly pineapple, on the nose and in the mouth. 60% aged in French oak and 40% in stainless steel, the wine has a lovely blend of fruit and a touch of vanilla from the oak. The finish is smooth and lingers on the palate. This would also pa... Read More

Wine review by 100216MTB 100216
July 2009

Chamard Chardonnay 2004

Snoothrank:

This is a more classic Chardonnay than the Stone Cold White. The color, while still on the pale side, is a deeper yellow, and the nose is stronger, with nice floral notes. The Chardonnay is aged in a combination of French oak (40%) and stainless steel (60%), and the oak provides a smooth, yet light, buttery finish. In the mouth, the wine is a... Read More

Wine review by 100216MTB 100216
Jul 23, 2009

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