IGP Ile de Beauté

History of the IGP Île de Beauté Appellation

The IGP Île de Beauté is an appellation located in Corsica, an island with a rich winemaking and historical heritage. Known since antiquity for the quality of its wines, Corsica has developed over the centuries a unique vineyard that highlights its terroir and indigenous grape varieties. The IGP Île de Beauté encompasses wines produced across the entire island, allowing Corsican winemakers to express the diversity of the island’s terroirs with great freedom.

Climate and Terroir of the IGP Île de Beauté Appellation

Climate: The Corsican vineyard enjoys a Mediterranean climate with maritime influences, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters.
Soils: Varied terroirs composed of schist, granite, and clay-limestone soils.

Grape Varieties of IGP Île de Beauté

The IGP Île de Beauté allows the use of many grape varieties, including some that are typically Corsican. For red and rosé wines, the main varieties are Niellucciu, Sciaccarellu, Grenache, Syrah, Minustellu, and Carcajolo. The white wines are often made from Vermentino, a flagship grape of the region, but also from varieties like Chardonnay and Biancu Gentile.

Style of IGP Île de Beauté Wines

Red wine: Garnet red color. On the nose, IGP Île de Beauté red wines present aromas of red and black fruits, accompanied by notes of spices, licorice, and sometimes herbal (menthol). On the palate, these wines are powerful, with well-structured but silky tannins, and a great aromatic persistence.

White wine: Pale straw color with golden highlights. The nose is expressive, with aromas of white flowers (acacia), white-fleshed fruits, and vanilla. On the palate, they range from fresh and mineral to rich and opulent, depending on the winery and vintage.

Rosé wine: Pale pink color. IGP Île de Beauté rosé wines offer a delicate bouquet of red berries, white peaches, and a floral touch. On the palate, they are light and lively.

Best Food and Wine Pairings with IGP Île de Beauté Wine

Discover the best food and wine pairings with a bottle of red, white, or rosé wine from a domain or château in IGP Île de Beauté:

White wine: Scallop risotto, coconut milk chicken, grilled prawns
Rosé wine: Grilled tuna steak, pizza
Red wine: Corsican charcuterie (lonzu, figatellu, coppa), Corsican wild boar stew (civet)