Domaine de Vaccelli - Granite "174" 2022
Domaine de Vaccelli is located in Cognocoli-Monticchi , Corsica . The family estate was purchased in the 1960s by the Courrèges family, after Algerian independence. Its owner, Gérard Courrèges (son of Alain Courrèges), has been producing wines under the AOC Ajaccio, Vin de Pays de l'Île de Beauté and Vin de France appellations since the 1970s. Today, the vineyard covers 27 hectares planted with numerous grape varieties, a large proportion of which are indigenous grape varieties . The vineyard has been managed using certified organic farming methods since 2019.
Granit '174' is a micro-cuvée from Domaine de Vaccelli made from the local grape variety, Sciaccarellu . The vines are grown on a granite hillside, and the wine is aged in egg and demi-muid barrels . Ultra rare!
Grape variety: 100% Sciaccarellu
"An exceptional micro-cuvée that captures the pure essence of Sciaccarellu on granite, for lovers of full-bodied and rare wines. Its elegant texture and careful balance invite the discovery of a rare wine, perfect for accompanying Mediterranean dishes and game."