Amphora

Vinified and aged in clay amphora, with little or no added sulphur, Amphora Blanc has a very distinctive style for which it is renowned, dominated by fragrances of lime, maquis and wild herbs. Powerful yet balanced, this Vermentino (known as Rolle in Provence) has a remarkably persistent and saline finish that perfectly reflects the island's terroir.

Critics' notes

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Terroir

North-west and south facing vines on clay-granitic soil

In the vineyard

Biodynamic cultivation since 2006, certified by Ecocert (organic) since 2002

In the cellar

Direct pressing of whole bunches of grapes

Manual harvest with sorting table

Aged in clay amphorae for 8 months

Tasting temperature

11-13°

Suggested food and wine pairing

Ewe's milk cheese, summer salads

The Estate

Yves Canarelli never ceases to amaze us and continues to raise the profile of Corsican wines, unquestionably belonging to the elite of Mediterranean winemakers.

With an impressive amount of work and experimentation, the estate, faithful to organic (Ecocert certified) and biodynamic farming, is progressing at a dizzying pace. The first Clos de Bonifacio (5ha) has been built over the last 3 years with the help of a crowbar on as yet unexploited limestone terroirs with exceptional potential, to be followed closely...

The estate's grape varieties are very varied, with Sciacarellu dominating in red and Vermentinu in white. Following the example of the Abbatucci estate, Yves Canarelli also devotes himself to promoting the island's indigenous grape varieties; carcaghjolu neru, minustellu in red, bianco gentile in white...