Winery Antoine ArenaMorta Maio Patrimonio
Red wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Morta Maio Patrimonio of the Winery Antoine Arena is in the top 10 of wines of Patrimonio.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Morta Maio Patrimonio of Winery Antoine Arena in the region of Corsica often reveals types of flavors of earthy, red fruit or leather and sometimes also flavors of red cherry, black fruits or clove.
Details and technical informations about Winery Antoine Arena's Morta Maio Patrimonio.
Discover the grape variety: Nielluccio
Structured and elegant reds with a deep ruby colour, firm tannins and lively acidity, on aromas of cherry, plum, garrigue, Mediterranean herbs (myrtle, rosemary), spices and balsamic notes. Fine ageing potential. The absolute star of Patrimonio AOC on the clay-limestone marls of northern Corsica, a pillar of Ajaccio AOC and the island's reds. Genetically identical to Tuscan Sangiovese, brought to Corsica in the 18th century by the Genoese.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Morta Maio Patrimonio from Winery Antoine Arena are 2013, 2010, 2016, 2014 and 2012.
Informations about the Winery Antoine Arena
The Winery Antoine Arena is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 9 wines for sale in the of Patrimonio to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Patrimonio
First Corsican AOC around the Gulf of Saint-Florent at Cap Corse, clay-limestone soils (rare in Corsica), Mediterranean climate. Niellucciu signature red king (Sangiovese cousin, 90% min): deep and fresh with black cherry, blackberry, plum, garrigue, maquis herbs, leather and spices, firm tannins and sunny palate. Gourmet rosés (75% min Niellucciu): strawberry, citrus, garrigue. Vermentinu in white only authorized: full and saline (pear, flowers, almond).
The wine region of Corsica
Mediterranean island wine region with a triple native face, ~8,000 ha. Niellucciu signature (cousin of Sangiovese) dominates Patrimonio: structured reds with signature notes of black cherry, garrigue, maquis, spices and leather, firm tannins and sun-drenched mouth. Sciaccarellu (min. 60% in Ajaccio) lighter and peppery (strawberry, wild herbs).
The word of the wine: Balance
Harmony of the different organoleptic elements of a wine. The balance is linked to the typicity of each wine. The sweetness of a sweet wine is an element of its balance, whereas a Sancerre or a Chablis will be asked to be lively and dry.
