Domaine Vaccelli - Ajaccio - Granit - Rouge - 2018

Wine:

In a more restrained style, born from a rich vintage, the 2018 red Ajaccio Granit presents a firm and tight juice, both substantial and spicy. The old vines and extended aging contribute to its complexity, with a pronounced personality in this opulent vintage. It's a wine best reserved for a juicy meat dish in two or three years or decanted before serving. Rated 92/100 by RVF, it's a testament to the depth and character that Corsican wines can achieve.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Parcel-by-parcel selection of old Sciaccarellu vines. Aged 29 months in foudres, demi-muids and concrete eggs. Production of 7,500 bottles.

Certified organic wine.

Temperature:

Decant and serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Roast cabbage, lamb chops with thyme flowers, Bigorre black pork chops, baked or grilled beef, ewe's milk or goat's milk cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Established in 1961 in the Taravo valley near Ajaccio, the Courrèges family has been a cornerstone of the appellation and Corsican viticulture. Awarded 2 stars by the RVF Guide, Domaine Vaccelli remains one of the most prestigious wineries on the island today, producing deeply personal wines that exclusively utilize local grape varieties.

As the region's sole winery, it benefits from an unspoiled nature and an idyllic setting conducive to the creation of wines that are intimately connected to the Corsican soul. Organic farming practices, indigenous yeasts, and a natural elegance and precision elevate the winery to the upper echelons of Corsican viticulture.

Over the past two years, the winery's ascent has been undeniable, and its wines increasingly sought after. Securing a few bottles has become a real challenge...