Corsica Flashcards
When did Corsica become part of France
18th century
Which region is the oldest wine region in France?
Provence
Who was the first settlement of Corsica
Phocacan, but Corsica was not part of France at the time
Who captured Corsica in the 11th century
The Italian city-state of Pisa
What is one of the first “import” grape to Corsica?
A clone of Sangiovese later named Nielluccio
Who established strict laws governing harvest and winemaking practice and held the monopoly on all Corsican wine exports?
The Genoese (13th to 18th century)
When did Genoe reliquiish control of Corsica?
1768, as part of the Treaty of Versailles
Under which Emperor, Corsica was granted free trade and waived fee for tax and duties
Napoleon Bonaparte
Which grape was widespread planting to promote the Corsica wine industry?
Sciaccarello/Sciacarellu (also known as Mammolo)
Who resuscitated the vineyards in Corsica in 1960?
French colonist expelled from Algeria
When was the first AOC established on Corsica?
Patrimonio 1968
How many AOCs and IGP in Corsica?
9 AOCs, 2 IGPs
Is there any vineyard inland in Corsica?
No, extremely mountainous
True or False: Many of the region’s winemaking traditions and grapes are of Italian origin due to its close proximity to Italy.
True
What is the climate of Corsica?
Mediterranean
What is Corsica’s highest peak?
Monte Cinto
What are the main wine regions in Corsica?
1) Cap Corse, schist, northern peninsula 2) Patrimonio region, southwest of the Cap Corse, limestone and clay soil 3) Ajaccio region, west coast, granite. Sciaccarello 4) east coast has two large AOCs
Is Corsica better known for red or white?
Red (2/3)
What are the main white grapes?
Vermentino, Ugni Blanc, Codivarta, Muscat a Petits Grains Blanc
What are the main red grapes?
Nielluccio, Sciaccarello, Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan, Mourvedre, Barbarossa
What is the main IGP white grape in Corsica?
Chardonnay
What is the traditional prune method?
Goblet
What is the name of the regional AOC in Corsica?
Vin De Corse AOC
What is the maximum yield for Vin De Corse AOC?
3 tons/acre
What is the rule for red/rose wine for Vin De Corse AC?
at least 50% Nielluccio, Sciaccarello and Grenache Second grape varieties are Cinsault, Mourvedre, Barbarossa and Syrah at any percentages. Carignan must be less than 20% , white Vermentino can be added up to 20%
What is the rule for white wine for Vin De Corse AOC?
Must be at least 70% Vermentino and up to 25% Ugni Blanc
How much is the wine production in Vin De Corse AOC accounted for all AOC wines in Corsica?
45%
What are the 5 sub-appellations under Vin De Corse AOC in Corsica?
Coteaux de Cap Corse, Calvi, Sartene, Porto Vecchio, Figari
What is the red wine rule for all sub-appellations under Vin De Corse AOC?
The same as the regional.at least 50% Nielluccio, Sciaccarello and Grenache Second grape varieties are Cinsault, Mourvedre, Barbarossa and Syrah at any percentages. Carignan must be less than 20% , white Vermentino can be added up to 20%
What is the white wine rule for all sub-appellations under Vin de Corse AOC?
75% Vermentino plus Codivarta as well as Ugni Blanc
What is the yield restriction for all sub-appellations under Vin de Corse AOC?
2.7 tons /acre
Which sub AOC produces the famous Gris de Calvi?
Calvi (northwest)
What is the yield restriction of Ajaccio AOC?
2.7 tons/acre
What is the composition of red/rose wine for Ajaccio AOC?
60% Sciaccarello. Nielluccio, Barbarosssa and Vwementino are principal belending partners. Carignan must not be more than 15%.
What is the composition of white wine from Ajaccio AOC?
at least 80% of Vermentino
What is the first AOC for Corsica
Patrimonio AOC - 1968
What is the yield limitation for Patrimonio AOC?
3 tons/acre
What is the composition for red wine from Patrimonio AOC
90% nielluccio and can be completed by Sciacccarello, Grenache and Vermentino
What is the composition of rose wine from Patrimonio AOC?
75% Nielluccio, can be completed by Sciacccarello, Grenache and Vermentino
What is the composition of white wine from Patrimonio AOC?
100% Vermentino
What is the policy for Muscat Du Cap Corse AOC?
100% Muscat a Petits Grains Blanc - fortified sweet wine. Yield must be less than 1.8 tons/acre. Alchohol must be between 15-18 percent and RS more than 9%.
What is the main IGP on Corsica?
IGP Ile de Beaute (Island of Beauty). 60%
Sangiovese is known as _________in Corsica
Nielluccio
Does Corsica produce more AOC or IGP wine?
IGP only 30 aoc
What IGP is shared with Rhone, Provence and Corsica wineyards?
IGP Mediterraniee
What soil is good for Vermentino (Rolle)
schist
What soil is good for Nielluccio (Sangiovese)?
limestone and clay
What soil is good for Sciaccarello?
Ajaccio region, granite
