2022 Clos Canarelli Vin de Corse-Figari Blanc, Corsica, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

100% Vermentinu planted in granitic soils. Wine ages mostly in large foudres, along with some older, neutral barrels

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Near the village of Tarabucetta, outside of Figari on the southern tip of Corsica, Yves Canarelli is championing the restoration of native Corsican varietals. The appellation Corse Figari lies along a plateau just inland from the coast, where grapes have been farmed since the 5th century B.C. Though Figari is regarded as the most ancient growing region of Corsica, it has taken pioneers like Yves having the courage to rip out entire vineyards of foreign varietals before Corsican wines have finally received the recognition they deserve.