Wines made from Sciacarello grapes of Figari
Discover the best wines made with Sciacarello as a single variety or as a blend of Figari.
Elegant, spiced reds with a clear ruby hue reminiscent of pinot noir, fine tannins and fresh acidity, with intense aromas of red fruits (cherry, raspberry), black pepper, spices, Mediterranean herbs (garrigue, maquis), violet and bitter notes on the finish. Also the star of airy Corsican rosés. Absolute star of Ajaccio AOC and pillar of Sartène. Native Corsican variety, the identity signature of Ajaccio.
AOC in southern Corse-du-Sud (1976), one of the island's oldest vineyards (5th c. BC), granite plain swept by westerly winds, dry Mediterranean climate. Sciaccarellu and Niellucciu are the signature native reds — Sciaccarellu (meaning "crunchy") with red fruits, garrigue, pepper and spiced notes, supple tannins; Niellucciu firmer with black fruits and fleshy tannins. Syrah as a complement.