Characteristics and tasting advice for the E Croce Blanc 2023 cuvée by Yves Leccia

Tasting

Color
With a delicate pale yellow hue with green reflections, the color captivates with its brightness.

Nose
The nose opens up to subtle aromas of hawthorn, honey, and white flowers.

Palate
The palate, lively and persistent, reveals notes of flintstone enhanced by touches of citrus.

Food and wine pairings

An ideal companion for shellfish, grilled fish, poultry, cheese, or even foie gras, E Croce Blanc 2023 will enhance your finest tables.

Serving and aging

To fully appreciate its finesse, it is recommended to serve this wine between 8 and 10°C. This elegant cuvée can be kept in the cellar until 2038.

The vivacity and elegance of a great Corsican white wine

The estate

At the Leccia's, the passion for wine is passed down from generation to generation. Yves Leccia, heir to a long line of winemakers, naturally followed this path. In 2005, with his partner Sandrine, he founded his own estate. Located in the north of Corsica, in the heart of the Patrimonio appellation, the vineyard now extends over 15 hectares, nestled on the magnificent terroirs of E Croce and Partinelone. Each cuvée, a reflection of freshness, minerality, and purity of fruit, testifies to the winemaker's know-how and passion, inviting you to discover the treasures of the Patrimonio appellation.

The vineyard

Coming from vines ideally located on hillsides overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, E Croce Blanc benefits from an exceptional terroir, mixing schists and limestones. This natural setting, combined with a Mediterranean climate, offers ideal conditions for the flourishing of native Corsican grape varieties. Respect for the environment guides each step of cultivation, the vineyard being managed according to the principles of organic farming.

Vinification and aging

The grapes are carefully handpicked before being rigorously sorted. After the harvest, the berries are pressed and then the must is clarified at a low temperature (8°C) for 24 hours. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature (18°C) over a period of 15 to 20 days, followed by a 6-month aging in the tank, thus preserving all the freshness and expression of the fruit.

Grape variety

100% Vermentino.