Chardonnay vs Trebbiano Toscano
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Chardonnay and Trebbiano Toscano is acidity: Chardonnay is Medium while Trebbiano Toscano is High. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Chardonnay | Trebbiano Toscano |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium | High |
| Body | Medium(+) | Medium(−) |
| Alcohol | Medium | Medium |
| Color intensity | Medium | Pale |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium | Medium(−) |
Signature aromas
Chardonnay
lemonapplestone fruit
Trebbiano Toscano
lemongreen applewhite flowers
Common questions
- How do you tell Chardonnay and Trebbiano Toscano apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Chardonnay and Trebbiano Toscano is acidity: Chardonnay is Medium while Trebbiano Toscano is High. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Chardonnay or Trebbiano Toscano higher in acidity?
- On the WSET ladder, Chardonnay is Medium and Trebbiano Toscano is High for acidity.
- Are Chardonnay and Trebbiano Toscano red or white?
- Chardonnay and Trebbiano Toscano are both white grape varieties.