Note : RVF 16,5/20
"Sanguin, Carco rouge 2009 boasts a dense color and a beautiful intensity of substance with solid tannins". (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2011 - RVF). The driving force behind Corsica's vineyards, Antoine Arena makes authentic wines that reflect the true identity of local terroirs and grape varieties. Carco rouge is a demonstration in itself of the identity of the Patrimonio terroir and the Nielluccio grape variety. A lovely wine with character and great potential for evolution.
Features
Estate
Domaine Antoine Arena
Cuvée
Carco
Vintage
2009
Designation
Patrimonio
Region
Corsica
Grape varieties
100% Nielluccio
Terroirs
limestone and clay-limestone, east-west exposure
Viticulture
The vines are grown naturally, without weedkillers, chemical fertilizers or synthetic products.
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
6 to 9 week vatting period in cement and stainless steel vats
Alcohol content
13,5%
Tasting & pairing
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2013
Food and wine pairing
A déguster sur des charcuteries corses, une viande rouge, une viande grillée... <br/>
Antoine Arena Estate
Patrimonio
Expert opinion
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Estate rated (2012 guide) 2*Stars (These very great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, because of their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the domain :
"A meticulous winegrower and Patrimonio leader, Antoine Arena is convinced that the identity of Corsican wines depends on healthy viticulture, in particular tillage, and the most natural winemaking possible. This noble cause also takes into account - and this is essential - the potential conferred on autochthonous grape varieties on selected terroirs, making it possible to produce a whole series of strong identity cuvées, from the famous Cuvée Carco to Grotte di Sol, and the most recent, Morta Maïo. While some vintages have seen excesses of over-ripeness (with "dry" whites with high residual sugar levels) and power in the reds, recent vintages have seen a more accurate and precise balance and finesse of extraction. Today, Antoine's sons, Jean-Baptiste and Antoine-Marie, have given the estate a new impetus, notably with the desire to develop ageing in wood. An estate that has never had a dull moment!
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.1/5
out of 11 reviews
Note and review by M. RENE S. Published on 06/03/2016
A very pleasant wine with charcuterie or a strong cheese, Corsican of course!
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Note and review by M. ELIE M. Published on 26/06/2013
Good, even excellent, this wine has become much more likeable than a year ago, when I found it quite hard. Wine always needs time... And more! A. Arena is undoubtedly Corsica's best winemaker.
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Note and review by M. SERGE C. Published on 30/08/2019
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Note and review by M. JEAN FRANCOIS C. Published on 15/10/2016
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Note and review by M. MATHIEU D. Published on 19/03/2015
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Note and review by M. JONATHAN L. Published on 06/10/2014
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Note and review by M. PIERRE C. Published on 24/06/2014
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Note and review by M. OLIVIER M. Published on 24/02/2013
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Note and review by M. CLAUDE L. Published on 23/02/2013
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Note and review by M. JEAN ROCH M. Published on 29/01/2013
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