Winery Orenga de GafforyPatrimonio Rouge
Red wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Patrimonio Rouge of the Winery Orenga de Gaffory is in the top 20 of wines of Patrimonio.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Patrimonio Rouge of Winery Orenga de Gaffory in the region of Corsica often reveals types of flavors of blueberry, plum or black fruits and sometimes also flavors of prune, tree fruit or red fruit.
Details and technical informations about Winery Orenga de Gaffory's Patrimonio Rouge.
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 Patrimonio Rouge from Winery Orenga de Gaffory are 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2014.
Informations about the Winery Orenga de Gaffory
The Winery Orenga de Gaffory is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 18 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: Structure
Refers to both the structure and the overall constitution of a wine.
