Production
Vineyards rise up from the slopes of the river on sandy/granitic soil ideally suited to growing the traditional Corsican grape varieties of Sciaccarello, Vermentino and Niellucciu. Founder Fèlix Andreani manages the 75 hectare vineyard with his son Simon. Vineyards are tended manually and, due to the proximity to the sea, benefit from the slightly cooler temperatures in this south west corner of Corsica. Occasionally one of the five winds - the Mistral, Libecciu, Tramontane, Gregale and Sirocco - blow through the vineyards, playing a regulating and purifying role, allowing Fèlix and Simon to avoid the use of herbicides and pesticides hence the wine carries the French AB (Agriculture Biologique) organic certification. A basket press is used to produce the juice and yeast is added before a controlled fermentation is at a temperature of 16-18°C, lasting 12 to 18 days.
Tasting notes
Made from Sciaccarellu (a traditional Corsican grape variety), the pale orange-pink hue of this wine belies the concentrated, richly textured flavours on the palate. An interesting saline edge is complemented by pretty, wild berry fruit notes and luscious acidity.
Food match
This well-structured rosé works with shellfish, pan-fried salmon and richly flavoured pasta dishes or enjoy by itself, chilled on a warm summer evening.
