Domaine Zuria Initiale Blanc 2023

Grape: Bianco Gentile, Vermentino, Genovese
Vintage: 2023
Type: White

This dry white wine is an artisanal blend of bianco gentile, vermentino, and genovese from the southern tip of Corsica near Bonifacio. Founded by Christian and Nadine Zuria, the estate focuses on reviving the traditional viticulture of the local limestone plateau. The family manages the human-scale vineyard plots under strict certified organic and biodynamic viticulture guidelines. The fruit undergoes a spontaneous native yeast fermentation inside stainless steel tanks to protect site-specific freshness from oxygen or wood interference.

It pours a pale straw hue, releasing refined, intense aromas of fresh citrus, white flowers, and sea spray. A light-to-medium-bodied frame is lively and precisely balanced, pairing orchard fruit flavors with an underlying stony mineral core. A bracing wave of maritime salinity runs through the center, keeping the fluid mouthfeel thoroughly refreshed. The distinct blend of native varieties provides a smooth texture across mid-palate. It finishes completely dry, leaving a delicate mineral trace.