Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Ajaccio

Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Ajaccio.

More informations about the variety Sangiovese

Firm, upright reds with precise acidity and angular tannins, showing aromas of sour cherry, plum, dried herbs, leather, black tea and balsamic notes. Characteristically bitter, savoury finish. Star of Chianti Classico DOCG, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Morellino di Scansano. Italy's most planted variety, a descendant of Ciliegiolo × Calabrese di Montenuovo.

More informations about the region of Corsica

AOC of Southern Corsica around the gulfs of Ajaccio and Sagone (~220 ha), clay and weathered granite, temperate Mediterranean climate. Sciaccarello is the signature red and rosé king (identity native): spiced and airy with red cherry, raspberry, pepper, garrigue (maquis, immortelle) and a toasty touch, fine tannins and saline freshness. Pale fruity rosés in the same register. Vermentino (Malvoisie) ample and saline as white.

What are the typical flavors of the Sangiovese grape variety?