2022 Domaine de Vaccelli, Ajaccio Rouge

Domaine de Vaccelli’s Ajaccio Rouge is a foundational expression of the Sciaccarellu grape, farmed organically on the decomposed granite slopes of Cognocoli-Monticchi. Gérard Courrèges continues to prioritize rigorous manual stewardship, utilizing a combination of demi-muids and concrete eggs to achieve precise, non-interventionist élevage. The 2022 vintage was marked by significant heat and drought, which necessitated careful canopy management to maintain physiological balance and avoid excessive accumulation of sugars. This environmental pressure resulted in a structurally focused wine characterized by fine-grained tannins, bracing granite-derived minerality, and a persistent, saline tension that defines its architectural profile.