COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Grenache Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Sant'Armettu
REGION
Corsica
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Elegante 2021 from Domaine Sant'Armettu is a red wine from the Île de Beauté appellation in Corsica, France, made from the Elegante grape, also known as Grenache Noir. Domaine Sant'Armettu is a family estate situated on steep hillsides in the Sartène appellation, focusing on traditional Corsican grape varieties and employing environmentally conscious farming methods. The wine's origin in this unique Mediterranean island terroir contributes to its distinct character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€38
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Elegante is the Corsican name for Grenache Noir.
Fact 02
The estate practices environmentally conscious farming.
Fact 03
Domaine Sant'Armettu is located on steep hillsides.
Fact 04
The wine received 93 points from La Revue du Vin de France (RVF).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Elegante 2021 is produced using traditional vinification methods for the Elegante (Grenache Noir) grape. The estate practices environmentally conscious farming, avoiding chemical herbicides and fertilizers. The winemaking process aims to highlight the varietal characteristics and the unique terroir of the Île de Beauté region.
