Chardonnay 'Mej' La Caudrina 2025
"Mej" is a Piedmontese Chardonnay with a slender and fresh body, matured for a few months in small oak barrels. It releases aromas of tropical fruit, citrus, peach, and light hints of vanilla on the nose. On the palate, it is agile and balanced, with a pronounced freshness that invites another sip.
The ‘Mej’ Chardonnay represents a graceful and lively bottle made by the Piedmontese winery La Caudrina. Located within the municipality of Castiglione Tinella, in the province of Cuneo, this family-run production reality has always been skilled in respecting tradition while keeping up with the times, offering labels characterized by a high level of quality. In fact, it is no coincidence that the entire range of wines offered by La Caudrina can boast the DOC. “Mej” is a Piedmontese dialect term that means “better”.
La Caudrina ‘Mej’ Chardonnay is made exclusively from grapes of the famous international variety of the same name, coming from one hectare of vineyard located in the municipality of Nizza Monferrato. The vines, located at 200 meters above sea level, are planted on hilly and clayey soils facing south and southwest. Once harvested, the grapes are destemmed and then subjected to a cold pre-fermentation maceration for 24 hours, after which delicate pressing takes place. The resulting must undergoes alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature controlled in stainless steel tanks. Maturation takes place for 3 months on the fine lees always in steel and for a few more months in French oak barrels.
‘Mej’ Chardonnay by La Caudrina has a straw yellow color with golden hues. On the nose, it reveals inviting aromas of exotic fruit and citrus enriched by hints of spices and vanilla. Balanced and agile on the palate, with a pronounced freshness that makes it easy to drink. A Piedmontese Chardonnay with an excellent quality-price ratio, a worthy pairing with medium-structured seafood dishes or fresh cheeses.