2022 Domaine de Vaccelli, Ajaccio Rouge Producer_Marie et Pierre BenetiereDomaine de Vaccellis Ajaccio Rouge is a foundational expression of the Sciaccarellu grape, farmed organically on the decomposed granite slopes of Cognocoli Monticchi. Grard Courrges continues to prioritize rigorous manual stewardship, utilizing a combination of demi muids and concrete eggs to achieve precise, non interventionist levage. The 2022 vintage was marked by significant heat and drought, which necessitated careful canopy management to
Great energy and focus to these wines
these deep granitic subsoils and the inclusion of stems provide a crucial structural "grip" that balances the wine’s rich
while other varieties often go in as whole berries for aromatics
The 2019 vintage provided the concentration characteristic of a warm
Les Chaumes is a captivating expression of Pinot Noir from Burgundy's revered Côte de Nuits
finely-grained tannins
This obscure
which seems to imply that they're simpler and more linear
For those who seek the "wilder" side of Nebbiolo
Just old-vine Bobal
Simply put
This vintage underscores the estate's intent to produce wines with both immediate depth and enduring cellar potential