Faustine Abbatucci Corse Blanc Vieilles Vignes 2020

Faustine Abbatucci Corse Blanc Vieilles Vignes 2020 is a refined expression of Vermentino from the windswept hills of southern Corsica. Crafted from old vines and farmed biodynamically, it delivers a pure, mineral-driven white that captures the island’s sun, sea breeze and wild scrubland in the glass. This cuvée has become a benchmark for Corsican whites, showcasing the elegance and character this often-overlooked region can achieve.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Faustine Blanc shows a luminous pale straw color with glints of green, hinting at its freshness and youth. The nose is immediately inviting, with layers of lemon zest, mandarin peel and white peach, supported by notes of wild fennel, Corsican maquis herbs, crushed stones and a subtle saline lift. On the palate, it’s precise and vibrant, with a mouthwatering backbone of acidity carrying flavors of citrus, orchard fruit and yellow plum, intertwined with hints of almond, aniseed and wet granite. The texture is simultaneously silky and tensile, giving a sense of both concentration and effortless drinkability. A salty, mineral finish lingers with impressive length, making each sip feel energetic and refined. While beautifully expressive now, this vintage has the structure to evolve gracefully for 5–7 years, gaining additional complexity, nuttiness and honeyed notes with time in bottle.

Production
The Vermentino for Faustine Vieilles Vignes is sourced from old vines rooted in decomposed granite soils in the Taravo Valley, not far from Ajaccio. This rugged, sun-drenched terroir, swept by Mediterranean breezes and cooled by altitude, naturally limits yields and concentrates flavor while preserving acidity. Domaine Abbatucci is farmed according to rigorous biodynamic principles, with meticulous hand-harvesting to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy bunches reach the cellar. Vinification is deliberately gentle: the grapes are pressed slowly, fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled tanks or large neutral vessels, and the wine rests on its fine lees to build texture and complexity without overt oak influence. The result is an unmasked expression of site and variety, bottled with minimal intervention.

Food & Serving
This Corsican Vermentino excels alongside seafood and Mediterranean cuisine: think oysters, grilled prawns, seared scallops, delicate white fish, or a simple plate of clams with garlic and herbs. It also pairs beautifully with fresh goat cheese, vegetable antipasti, fennel-based dishes, and lightly spiced poultry or herb-roasted chicken. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally at 10–12°C, to allow its aromatic complexity to unfold. Decanting is not strictly necessary, but giving the wine 15–20 minutes in a carafe or in the glass can help open up its more subtle herbal and mineral nuances.

Producer
Domaine Comte Abbatucci is one of Corsica’s most revered estates and a pioneer in the revival of the island’s native grape varieties. Situated in the granite hills above the Taravo Valley, the domaine has been in the Abbatucci family for generations, with current steward Jean-Charles Abbatucci leading a passionate commitment to biodynamic farming and low-intervention winemaking. Over the past decades, the estate has gained international recognition for its expressive, terroir-driven wines that capture the distinctive character of Corsica—its wild herbs, sea air and rugged landscapes. Abbatucci’s dedication to old vines, traditional practices and indigenous varieties has made the domaine a reference point for serious Corsican wine and a key contributor to the region’s rising reputation on the world stage.

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