2013 Corse Calvi Rouge “E Prove”

Just inland from the lovely port town of Calvi, the alleged birthplace of Christopher Columbus, vines cover vast granite expanses in the shadow of the towering Monte Grosso. This interplay of maritime and mountain influences provides cool nights to contrast with the hot days in Corsica’s dry and windy hills—perfect conditions for growing concentrated grapes saturated with flavor. On the E Prove plateau, Camille-Anaïs Raoust of Domaine Maestracci farms Niellucciu, Grenache, Sciaccarellu, and Syrah for this robust red that seems infused with the local aromas of maquis herbs and wild fruit. Aged for two years—including one in barrels—before release, this red has a smoky, spicy element that makes it an ideal match for richly flavored Mediterranean cuisine. Grilled lamb chops, ratatouille, or a vegetable tagine would certainly do the trick.  –Anthony Lynch

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Vintage 2013
• Bottle Size 750mL
• Blend 35% Niellucciu, 35% Grenache, 15% Sciacarellu, 15% Syrah
• Appellation Calvi
• Country France
• Region Corsica
• Vineyard 25 - 40 years
• Soil Clay, Sand, on Granite
• Winemaker Camille-Anaïs Raoust
• Aging Wine is raised for one year in stainless steel and then one year in foudre or French oak barrels, wine is aged in bottle for 6 months to a year
• Farming Lutte Raisonnée
• Alcohol 14%