Clos Signadore Inizia Blanc 2023

Grapes: Rimenese, Genovese, Bianco Gentile, Vermentino

Region: Corsica, France 

Farming: Organic

After purchasing 4 hectares of vines in 2001, Christophe Ferrandis founded the Clos Signadore domaine which is now comprised of 8.5 hectares (2 hectares of Vermentino and 6.5 hectares of Nielluccio) within the Patrimonio appellation of Corsica. In 2016, Christophe planted an additional 2.5 hectares on Corsica’s east coast after losing 1.5 hectares of old vines due to extreme floodling in 2016. As of 2016, the domaine is now 10 hectares in size. Surrounded by mountains filled with limestone to the East and schist to the West, Christophe organically farms Vermentino and Nielluccio; taking a methodical approach in his vineyards. With a focus on expressing the appellation’s unique terroir, each of Christophe’s wines walk the line of elegance and masculinity especially when showcasing the native Nielluccio grape variety. The domaine has been ECOCERT certified organic since 2010. All vineyard work is done by hand and is guided by lunar cycles. Christophe’s work is meticulous and he takes great pride in the health of his old vines.