Domaine Zuria Initiale Rouge 2023
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Domaine Zuria Initiale Rouge 2023

Domaine Zuria
$60.00

Grape: Sciaccarellu
Vintage: 2023
Type: Red

This low-intervention red wine is a pure varietal bottling of sciaccarellu grown on the unique limestone plateau of Bonifacio in southern Corsica. Christian and Nadine Zuria manage the small estate using organic and biodynamic viticulture methods to emphasize fruit-forward aromas. The hand-harvested grapes undergo a spontaneous native yeast fermentation inside stainless steel tanks, completely avoiding wood casks. This disciplined process focuses on capturing natural varietal freshness and regional character over heavy extraction or cellar manipulation.

It displays a translucent ruby hue, releasing expressive aromas of fresh cherry, wild raspberry, and a touch of white pepper. A light-bodied, supple frame pairs crunchy red berry fruit with subtle nuances of wild aromatic herbs. Soft, delicate tannins provide an understated grip that structures the fluid mouthfeel without feeling heavy. A clean wave of coastal acidity runs through the center, keeping the palate refreshed. It concludes with a dry, clean, and slightly persistent finish.

Winery

Domaine Zuria is the family project of Christian and Nadine Zuria, helping revive the vineyard landscape around Bonifacio at the southern tip of Corsica. The work began on family land in 2010, with the aim of restoring a wine culture that had largely disappeared from the area. The vineyards sit on a high, windy plateau above the Mediterranean, where clay-limestone soils give a different setting from the granite found in much of Corsica. Parcels around Stintinu, Musella and Spinella form the estate’s core.

Sciaccarellu is especially important for the reds and rosés, alongside indigenous varieties including Moresconu, Vermentinu, Genovese and Biancu Gentile. Organic farming and a gradual transition toward biodynamic practices reflect the family’s concern for the surrounding ecosystems. The cellar approach is restrained, intended to preserve the character of the grapes and their sites. Wines such as Initiale and the parcel bottlings offer a view of Bonifacio through both its local varieties and its unusual limestone landscape, combining Mediterranean identity with the freshness of an exposed coastal plateau.