Clos Venturi "Le Clos" 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of Clos Venturi "Le Clos" 2023

Tasting notes

Nose
The aromatic bouquet is complex and vibrant, blending scents of red and black fruits such as fresh cherry and blackberry. It is enriched by floral notes of peony, maquis herbs like myrtle and thyme, along with hints of green pepper and subtle smoky nuances.

Palate
On the palate, this wine offers a silky and slender texture, supported by delicately powdery tannins. The natural power is perfectly balanced by a remarkable mineral freshness, leading to a long and vertical finish.

Food and wine pairings
This great red wine pairs wonderfully with refined southern cuisine. It will ideally accompany grilled or roasted meats such as a veal chop, milk-fed lamb with herbs, or fine Corsican charcuterie and wood-fired grilled eggplants.

Serving and cellaring
To fully appreciate Clos Venturi "Le Clos" 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature of around 17°C. This wine can be enjoyed in its youth but will continue to evolve favourably in the cellar until around 2033.

The elegance and mineral freshness of a great red wine from Corsica

The estate
Born from the division of the finest terroirs of the historic Vico estate in 2005, Clos Venturi has established itself today as an essential benchmark in Corsica. Located in Ponte-Leccia, in the heart of the island's mountains, this estate of approximately 25 hectares is managed by Jean-Marc and Emmanuel Venturi. These passionate winegrowers cultivate a demanding philosophy there, certified in organic and biodynamic farming. Far from maritime influences, the estate stands out for its determination to showcase native grape varieties through highly precise single-plot cuvées, reflecting the unique and wild identity of their high-altitude terroir.

The vineyard
The vines destined for this cuvée thrive in the centre of Corsica, on high-altitude hillsides situated between 300 and 500 metres. This singular terroir, composed of poor and highly draining granitic soils, benefits from a privileged south-easterly exposure. Isolated between the mountains and protected from direct maritime influence, the vineyard enjoys a continental climate with strong thermal amplitudes. The whole is managed according to the rigorous principles of biodynamics, encouraging deep rooting and slow, balanced ripening of the grapes.

Winemaking and aging
The harvest for Clos Venturi "Le Clos" 2023 is carried out by hand with meticulous sorting. The berries, partially destemmed, undergo a long gentle infusion rather than an intensive extraction. Fermentation begins naturally thanks to indigenous yeasts. The wine then benefits from a patient aging of approximately 18 months, allowing the tannic structure to be refined while preserving the brightness of the fruit and the pure expression of the terroir.

Grape varieties
50% Niellucciu, 40% Sciaccarellu, 10% Carcaghjolu Neru.