Domaine ABBATUCCI - Faustine Blanc 2020
Located South of Corsica, in the heart of the Taravo Valley and at an altitude of about 100 meters, Domaine Abbatucci is one of the oldest vineyards on the island. Composed mainly of iconic varieties such as Vermentino, Sciacarello or Nielluccio, the 20-hectare estate is home to a unique collection of 18 varieties of endemic varieties that contribute to the preservation of the island’s wine heritage. The vineyard and vinification techniques are in line with the principles of biodynamics since 2000, with, among other things, only manual harvesting and the use of indigenous yeasts.
Faustine Blanc is made from Vermentino on a terroir made up of granite to sandy loam arenas, exposed to the North. Jean-Charles Abbatucci works biodynamics with an influence of phytotherapy practices: ploughing with horses and mastery of winter grassing with his flock of sheep. The grapes harvested by hand are then carefully sorted. The entire harvest is put in direct pressing, followed by static settling for 24 to 48 hours. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. The wine is aged on fine lees for 6 months.
Grape variety: 100% Vermentino