Muscateddu, Domaine Fiumicicoli (500ml)

An outstanding and rare sweet red wine from Corsica

Domaine Fiumicicoli (pronounced phew-me-chikol) lies at the heart of Corse Sartène, considered to be one of the best of Corsica’s nine appellations. The Domaine’s vineyards rise up from the slopes of the river on arenaceous and granitic soils, ideally suited to growing the traditional Corsican grape varieties of Sciacarello, Vermentino, and Nielluccio.

This is made from Muscateddu – an old Corsican variety, related to Sciacarello, which has all but disappeared today. Grapes are harvested when overripe and are then macerated for eight to ten days under controlled temperatures. Fermentation is blocked by reducing the temperature down to 10°C so that a sugar content of approximately 60g/litre is maintained. This ruby-coloured, unoaked and unfortified wine brims with aromas of strawberry jam and allspice. The palate is fresh and equally aromatic; resinous, woody flavours mix with cherries and bittersweet orange peel.

Colour – Red, Sweet
Producer – Domaine Fiumicicoli
Country – France
Region – Corsica
Vegan – Yes
ABV – 16%
Grapes – Muscateddu
Vintage – NV
Sustainability – Organic
Female Winemaker – No
Food Pairings – Dark chocolate, Cheese, Game paté