Domaine Comte Abbatucci : Faustine Vieilles Vignes 2024

Tasting tips for Faustine Vieilles Vignes rosé 2024 from Domaine Abbatucci

Tasting

Color
This rosé stands out for its delicate hue, reminiscent of freshly opened rose petals.

Nose
The bouquet reveals an elegant aromatic palette, combining citrus (notably pink grapefruit), small red berries, delicate floral notes and a hint of spice.

Palate
A lively attack gives way to a smooth, velvety texture. The finish, with lovely length, expresses enticing aromas of peach and apricot, evoking white-fleshed fruit.

Food and wine pairings
Ideal as an aperitif, this rosé pairs particularly well with a selection of Corsican or artisanal cured meats, for a match full of character and authenticity.

Serving and cellaring
Enjoy chilled, between 8 and 10°C, after aerating for 1 to 2 hours to reveal its full complexity. Best enjoyed in its youth.

An altitude rosé with refined elegance

The estate
Domaine Comte Abbatucci is located at over 100 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Taravo valley, in South Corsica. It is among the oldest vineyards on the island. Heir to a prestigious lineage—several members of which shaped national history, from the French Revolution to the Second Empire—the estate pays tribute to its ancestors through cuvées with a strong, distinctive character. Committed to biodynamics since 2000, the estate strives to reveal the identity of Corsica’s indigenous grape varieties while respecting a preserved natural environment.

The vineyard
Produced as a Vin de France, this Faustine Vieilles Vignes rosé cuvée comes from north- and northwest-facing plots planted on granite soils. This exposure promotes the wine’s freshness and aromatic finesse.

Vinification and aging
The grapes, hand-harvested in small trailers to preserve their integrity, are carefully sorted in the vineyard and then in the winery. They are then pressed directly after destemming. A static settling for 24 to 48 hours precedes alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. Aging continues in these same vessels to preserve the purity of the fruit.

Blend
100% Sciaccarello, an emblematic grape variety of the island, renowned for its finesse and aromatic complexity.