Faustine - Vieilles Vignes - Rouge - Domaine Comte Abbatucci - 0,75L

A vibrant Corsican red wine from old vines rooted in the maquis and granitic soils of Ajaccio, offering a deep and sincere expression of the island’s terroir.

📋 Characteristics

• Type: Still red wine
• Appellation: Vin de France (formerly Ajaccio)
• Producer: Domaine Comte Abbatucci
• Cuvée: Faustine Vieilles Vignes
• Grape Varieties: Traditional Corsican blend dominated by Sciaccarellu, complemented by other indigenous varieties
• Region: Corsica, France
• Bottle Size: 75 cl

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Clear garnet red with ruby highlights
• Nose: Intense and refined, with aromas of ripe red fruits (cherry, strawberry), earthy notes, white pepper, Corsican maquis herbs, and a mineral touch
• Palate: Balanced, fluid and structured, with silky tannins, lively acidity, and an energetic, authentic character. A unique personality, delicate yet profound
• Finish: Long, fresh and slightly saline, marked by a mineral and spicy signature

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🐖 Corsican charcuterie and aged hams
• 🌿 Grilled or herb-roasted meats
• 🍆 Roasted vegetable tian, eggplant caviar
• 🧀 Corsican or sheep’s milk cheeses

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Already delicious in its youth, it can age for 5 to 8 years, gaining in roundness and complexity.

🌡 Serving Advice

• Temperature: 15–16°C
• Decanting: Recommended, 30 minutes before serving

🏰 About the Domaine

Domaine Comte Abbatucci, located in the Taravo Valley, is a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in Corsica. Jean-Charles Abbatucci, heir to a distinguished lineage, cultivates the island’s heritage grapes with deep respect, capturing the soul of the Corsican terroir in each cuvée. Faustine Vieilles Vignes Rouge is one of the estate’s flagship expressions, marrying purity, energy and tradition.