02/10/26 Wine Tasting - The Noble Grapes: Chardonnay - 6PM

The Noble Grapes

In the wine world, “noble grapes” refers to a small group of classic varieties that have shaped how we drink and think about wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling.

For our first tasting series of the new year, the Murphy’s Wine Team is revisiting these six grapes, not to define them, but to explore how they’ve evolved as they’ve traveled far beyond their historic homes. From benchmark regions to unexpected corners of the wine world, each tasting will highlight how place, climate, and winemaking shape even the most familiar varieties.

Think of this series as a fresh look at old friends.

Chardonnay

For the final tasting in our Noble Grapes series, we focus on Chardonnay, one of the most versatile grapes in the wine world.

With its origins in Burgundy, Chardonnay has become truly international, capable of reflecting winemaking choices as clearly as terroir. From lean and mineral-driven to rich and textured, few grapes offer such a wide range of styles while remaining unmistakably itself.

Join the Murphy’s Wine Team on February 10th as we explore five expressions of Chardonnay, tasting how place and technique shape this noble grape across regions.