Patrimonio Morta Maio Antoine Arena 2020

This natural, organic Corsican wine springs from the heart of the Arena family estate. Previously used to rear cattle and grow wheat, the estate is now run by Antoine Arena and his wife.
This pure Niellucco wine is the fruit of biodynamic viticulture. The vines are not subjected to any treatments and thrive on a typically Corsican terroir, among olive trees and scrubland, on clay and limestone soils. This grape variety, which originates from Italy, has been cultivated on the coast of Corsica for generations. The 1.5-hectare parcel of vines behind this delicious wine is called Morta Maio, which is Corsican for ‘high myrtle’.
In the winery, maceration is carried out in vats for around three weeks, and fermentation is triggered by the native yeasts. The wine is then matured for 18 months.
In the glass, this delightful Corsican beauty displays a dark ruby-red colour with hints of raspberry and aromas of red fruit. This delicate wine, with its fine, round tannins, can be enjoyed during the next five to six years. It pairs wonderfully with dishes brimming with character and typical regional cheeses.