Yves Leccia - Muscat du Cap Corse 2023

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About the estate:

An oenologist dedicated to the revival and promotion of island wines, Yves Leccia established his own winery in 2005, after managing the family estate alongside his sister for some fifteen years. Today, he and his wife Sandrine run a 16-hectare vineyard on clay-limestone and schist soils in Poggio-d'Oletta. Certified organic since 2017, it is one of the pillars of the Patrimonio appellation, often noted as well for its Muscat wines.

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About the wine:

Bright, light gold in color, with a brilliant sheen. Upon opening, a fresh, slightly terpenic note of Petit Grain Muscat emerges, followed by abundant citrus zest and bergamot—a fresh, fragrant bouquet. On the palate, it is well-structured, expressing vitality and finesse; while sweetness is present, freshness takes the lead.

About the estate:

Yves Leccia and his partner, Sandrine, run a vineyard located primarily on the E Croce and Partinelone plots. The entire vineyard is plowed and cultivated, and only organic fertilizers are used. The estate has been highly innovative in recent years with new wines such as O Bà, Biancu Marinu, and L'Altru Biancu. Meticulously crafted, these wines remain fine ambassadors for Corsican viticulture, but care must be taken not to overshadow their individuality: some wines, more standardized than in the past, place too much emphasis on technical precision.

Jancis Robinson

About the wine:

If you’ve ever tasted South African koeksisters and watermelon konfyt, you’ll understand what I mean when I describe this wine as the perfect blend of the two. It is very sweet, but citrus notes temper the flavor, and the spicy notes of dried herbs and lavender balance the sweetness, preventing it from being cloying. It finishes with delicate floral notes of freesia and rose oil. Long on the palate. It was delicious with a fresh, creamy, and mild goat cheese.

Jeb Dunnuck

About the wine:

Here is another magnificent Muscat from Cap Corse which, in the 2023 vintage from Yves Leccia, evokes notes of frangipane and pastry with an exquisite fragrance of fresh grapes. The nose opens with great flair, fragrance, and aromatic intensity. It is extremely pleasant to taste. On the palate, the sweet wine is rich and creamy without being heavy, as it is well-balanced by a lively freshness and a perfectly executed fortification. The aroma remains fruity, with notes of lychee and pineapple. The finish is long, very long. I loved the overall harmony of this wine. Best enjoyed within three years to preserve its tension and fruitiness.