Domaine Leccia Cuvée Pettale 2022
2022, Patrimonio, Corsica, France
Domaine Leccia Cuvée Pettale 2022
Niellucciu
Domaine Leccia
Glass
$23Bottle
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$23Bottle
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Profile & Story
The Pettale is Domaine Leccia's flagship single-vineyard Niellucciu bottling, from the family's 13-hectare organically farmed (Ecocert FR-BIO-01) estate in Poggio d'Oletta, Patrimonio, now run by Annette Leccia. It is 100% Niellucciu from vines planted at 4,000 vines/hectare, with yields capped at a low 35 hl/ha. Vinification involves total destemming, daily pump-overs to a density of 1000, temperature-controlled fermentation at 25-30°C with an extended 21-day maceration using indigenous yeasts, completed malolactic fermentation, and 24 months of aging in stainless steel before plate filtration and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Intense garnet color. A complex, fine nose of dark fruit, spice, cocoa, and violet. The palate is deep and complex, with stone fruit and chocolate notes and fine tannins leading to an elegant finish.
Pairing Recommendation
Pairs with red meats, game, stews, and cheeses; best served at 16-18°C after decanting for several hours. Cellaring potential of 7-10 years.