COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Sciaccarellu
PRODUCER
Domaine Comte Peraldi
REGION
Corsica
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Comte Peraldi Cuvée Cardinal 2017 is a red wine from the AOC Ajaccio appellation in Corsica, France, made exclusively from the indigenous Sciaccarellu grape. The wine is named in memory of Monsignor Mario Felice Peraldi and is considered the estate's prestige cuvée. Domaine Comte Peraldi has a history dating back to the 16th century and was revitalized in 1965 by the Tyrel de Poix family, who are dedicated to producing high-quality wines from local grape varieties and restoring the image of the Ajaccio appellation. The estate is now run by the children of Guy de Poix. The Sciaccarellu grape is highlighted as the estate's signature varietal and a star of the Ajaccio appellation, known for its complexity and aging potential. The 2017 vintage is characterized by its balance, freshness, and minerality.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€53
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named in honor of an ancestor, Monsignor Mario Felice Peraldi.
Fact 02
Sciaccarellu is considered the 'king grape' of Domaine Comte Peraldi.
Fact 03
The estate has a history dating back to the 16th century.
Fact 04
The vines used for this cuvée are approximately 50 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Grapes for the Cuvée Cardinal are received by belt conveyor and sorted on a table. Fermentation occurs in concrete vats at approximately 28°C, followed by a 15-day maceration with daily pumping-over. The wine is then aged for 18 months, with 12 months in French oak barrels, including some new oak. Viticulture practices are described as integrated or 'culture raisonnée,' utilizing semi-permanent grassing and avoiding chemical treatments unless essential for crop protection. Harvest is conducted manually.
