Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Figari
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Figari.
More informations about the variety Sangiovese
Originally from Italy, it is the famous Sangiovese of Tuscany producing the famous wines of Brunello de Montalcino and Chianti. This variety is registered in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the result of a natural cross between the almost unknown Calabrese di Montenuovo (mother) and Ciliegiolo (father).
More informations about the region of Corsica
The Figari Vin de Corse is produced under the appellation Vin de Corse de Corse, more precisely in the villages of the southern tip of the island, between the communes of Monacia d'Aullene and Sartene. The Generic appellation Vin de Corse is divided into several sub-regions, corresponding to five major wine-producing areas: Porto-Vecchio, Sartene, Calvi, Cap Corse and Figari itself. The vineyards of Figari are located in the plains between the high peak of Punta d'Ovace in the west and the low hills above Figari. This is where the topography of the island is most relaxed.
What are the typical flavors of the Sangiovese grape variety?
- CreamPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
- CherryPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
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- LimePresent in 1% of Sangiovese
- BlackberryPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
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- VanillaPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
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- Non oakPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
- EarthPresent in 1% of Sangiovese