Note: RVF 16.5/20
"Sanguine, Carco Rouge 2009 has a dense color and beautiful intensity, with solid tannins." (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2011 - RVF). A true driving force behind Corsican winemaking, Antoine Arena produces authentic wines that truly reflect the identity of the local terroirs and grape varieties. Carco Rouge is a perfect example of the identity of the Patrimonio terroir and the Nielluccio grape variety. A very attractive wine with character and great potential for aging.
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Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2013
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des charcuteries corses, une viande rouge, une viande grillée... <br/>
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2012 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
"A meticulous winemaker and leader in Patrimonio, Antoine Arena is convinced that the identity of Corsican wines depends on healthy viticulture, particularly soil cultivation, as well as winemaking that is as natural as possible. This noble cause also takes into account—and this is essential—the potential of indigenous grape varieties on selected terroirs, enabling the production of a whole range of wines with a strong identity, from the famous Carco à Grotte di Sol to the more recent Morta Maïo. While the estate has experienced excesses in over-ripeness in certain vintages (with "dry" whites with high residual sugar levels) and in the power of the reds, the latest vintages have found a more accurate and precise balance and finesse of extraction. Today, with Antoine's sons, Jean-Baptiste and Antoine-Marie, the estate is experiencing a new impetus, with a particular desire to develop wood-aged wines. This is an estate that has never known a lull!
Customer rating
4.1/5
based on 11 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. RENE S. Published on 03/06/2016
A very pleasant wine to accompany cold cuts or strong cheese, Corsican of course!
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Note and opinion by Mr. ELIE M. Published on 06/26/2013
Good, even excellent, this wine has become much more pleasant than a year ago when I found it quite harsh. You always have to give wine time... And even more! A. Arena is undoubtedly the best winemaker in Corsica.
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Review and opinion by Mr. SERGE C. Published on 08/30/2019
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Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN FRANCOIS C. Published on October 15, 2016
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Note and opinion by Mr. MATHIEU D. Published on 03/19/2015
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Review and opinion by Mr. JONATHAN L. Published on 10/06/2014
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Note and opinion by Mr. PIERRE C. Published on 06/24/2014
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Note and opinion by Mr. OLIVIER M. Published on February 24, 2013
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Review and opinion by Mr. CLAUDE L. Published on 02/23/2013
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Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN ROCH M. Published on January 29, 2013
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