Yves Leccia Patrimonio Blanc Vermentino

Patrimonio, France

Corsica's benchmark Vermentino from the Patrimonio limestone — white peach, citrus blossom, almond, sea spray mineral, and the distinctive bitter almond finish that defines great Corsican Vermentino. More structured and mineral than Sardinian Vermentino; the limestone of Patrimonio adds a chalk depth unique on the island. Fresh and direct from vintage; develops hazelnut complexity over 3-5 years. The white wine that reveals Patrimonio's limestone character.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Corsica's prized Mediterranean crustacean and its limestone Vermentino — the wine's sea spray mineral and bitter almond bridges the rock lobster's oceanic sweetness; lemon mirrors the wine's citrus freshness; Corsican herbs bridge the almond finish
• aperitif: Corsica's most traditional charcuterie and its white wine — Vermentino's bitter almond and mineral freshness is surprisingly effective against figatellu's liver richness; chestnut polenta provides starchy contrast; maquis herbs bridge the wine's herbal complexity