Mesamì Chardonnay IGP Terre Siciliane White Wine

Critical Data: 100% Chardonnay | 3 months steel aging | 13.5% Vol.

🍽️ Taste Intensity: 4/5 | 🎯 Ideal for: Lovers of structured yet fresh white wines; elegant dinners featuring fish, mollusks, and shellfish.

The Elegance of Sicilian White: Exotic Notes and Calcareous Sapidity

The Sicilian soil is capable of imparting an unmistakable identity even to the noblest international grape varieties. Mesamì Tenuta Papale, a pure Chardonnay IGP Terre Siciliane, originates in silty-sandy soils rich in active limestone, located between 280 and 600 meters above sea level. This specific alkaline reaction of the soil translates into a vibrant mineral thrust in the glass. The strictly manual harvest at the end of August, when the grapes reach perfect sugar levels (18-20°), captures the maximum aromatic expression of the fruit, resulting in a white wine with a soft, warm, and intensely Mediterranean character.

Ingredients Analysis and Taste

• 🌱 Calcareous-Sandy Terroir: The nature of the medium-textured soil gives the wine a marked sapidity, balancing the natural structure of the Chardonnay.
• 🧑🍳 Respectful Vinification: Soft pressing and fermentation in steel silos at strictly controlled temperatures (16°C for 15 days) keep the fragrance of the original aromatic profile intact.
• 🌋 Exotic and Floral Bouquet: The nose opens with a fan of yellow flowers and herbaceous notes, subsequently releasing intense aromas of exotic fruit such as ripe pineapple, papaya, banana, and fresh touches of grapefruit.
• 🍷 Harmonious Palate: The straw-yellow color with vivid greenish highlights anticipates a sip that is warm, soft, and quite savory, supported by a pleasant acidic backbone that lengthens the persistence on the palate.

Product Sheet

🍷 The Taste Ambassador Recommends:

To enhance the fresh-savory component and the exotic notes of Mesamì, I suggest never serving it excessively chilled: the ideal temperature in a tulip glass is about 10-12°C. For a surprising pairing, try it with grilled octopus simply dressed with a drizzle of Sicilian extra virgin olive oil, lemon, and fresh parsley. The natural sweetness and tenacity of the mollusk find the perfect balance in the alcoholic softness and savory finish of this Chardonnay.

- Luca Mauro Consoli

Complete the Experience

• 🛒 Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil: The perfect ally for dressing your raw fish dishes to pair with Mesamì.
• 🛒 DOP Pistachio Pesto: Ideal for seasoning a refined seafood first course, such as busiate pasta with shrimp and pistachio, which pairs magnificently with the structure of the Chardonnay.

Quick FAQs

What is the best glass for tasting this wine?
We recommend a medium-sized tulip glass. The shape allows the exotic scents of pineapple and papaya to be directed to the nose without dispersing, enhancing their intensity.

Can I store this bottle for several years?
As Mesamì is aged exclusively in steel to preserve its freshness and primary aromas, it is best enjoyed young, within 2-3 years of the harvest.

What You Receive

📦 Elegant 75cl glass bottle, carefully packed in shock-resistant wine boxes to preserve its integrity during transport.

Important Information

• ✅ Storage: Store the bottle in a cool, dry place, away from direct light sources and at a constant temperature (ideally around 15°C).
• ⚠️ Warnings: Drink responsibly. The sale of alcohol to individuals under 18 is prohibited.

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