2022 Pinia Île de Beauté Rouge

Aromas of fresh wild strawberry, crushed red cherry, dried maquis herbs, and red currant lead into a light-to-medium-bodied, vibrant palate. Flavors of tart plum, pomegranate, smoky earth, and subtle cracked black pepper mesh with a savory, herbal lift. The texture is supple and lively, supported by fine-grained, smooth tannins and crisp natural acidity through a clean, refreshing finish.

Farmed sustainably on the island of Corsica. A blend led by indigenous Sciaccarello alongside Nielluccio and Syrah. The grapes are hand-harvested and fully destemmed prior to spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine undergoes a short maceration to preserve bright red fruit and soft structure, followed by aging in stainless steel without oak influence to maintain pure regional expression and freshness before bottling.

Grapes are grown along the eastern coast of Corsica within the IGP Île de Beauté, near Ghisonaccia. Planted on ancient alluvial plains featuring granite, clay, and sandy gravel soils, the vines sit between the Mediterranean Sea and the rugged central mountain range. Hot, sun-drenched afternoons are balanced by cool maritime night breezes, allowing for steady ripening while preserving natural brightness and savory Mediterranean aromatic detail.