and subtle spice unfold gradually
or if harvested from limestone or slate soils
a substrate that provides the essential moisture retention and cooling influence necessary for structural balance
and restrained barrel aging—informed by Pierre's two decades as régisseur at Domaine Leflaive
with vines ranging between an insane 100-150 years old
2021 Comte Abbatucci, Vin de Corse, Cuvee Collection Diplomate d'Empire Producer_Bittermens and subtle spice unfold graduallyA stunning tribute to an Abbatucci ancestor, the Diplomate d'Empire is a dense, rich, and highly textured white wine. It practically coats the palate with a viscous, oily weight, yet retains a brilliant, lip smacking tension. The nose bursts with exotic and stone fruits (mirabelle plum, peach, guava), sweet almond, and chamomile. It finishes with a fascinating spicy, slightly peppery bitterness and a profound maritime minerality.