CLOS SIGNADORE Patrimonio Red 2017

Grape

100% Nielluciu

Tasting notes

Dark and brilliant in color, showing no sign of evolution. The nose is intense and deeply aromatic, yet retains elegance over exuberance. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and direct, supported by refined tannins and a finish of remarkable length. It strikes a compelling balance between maturity and freshness, offering both structure and grace.

More About The Winery

Christophe Ferrandis was born in Marseille to a family with deep Corsican roots. After several years working at the renowned Domaine de Pibarnon in Bandol, he returned to Corsica, initially serving as a consultant for a local cooperative. In 2001, with the help of family connections, he acquired a few hectares of old vines and established his own domaine: Clos Signadore.

From the outset, Christophe’s vision has been to reveal the nobility of Corsica’s terroir, particularly through Niellucciu, the island’s emblematic red grape, and Vermentinu for whites. His vineyards, located in Poggio d’Oletta within the Patrimonio AOC, are planted across two distinct terroirs: Morta Piana and Morsaglia. With their north-facing exposure, the vines are naturally protected from the island’s intense sun, allowing him to harvest grapes at full maturity while preserving freshness.

Today, Clos Signadore cultivates 8 hectares of old vines rooted in limestone and clay soils, farmed according to organic and biodynamic principles to safeguard biodiversity and express the character of the land.

In the cellar, vinification follows a philosophy of minimal intervention. Fermentations are carried out in concrete or large neutral vessels, ensuring the wines retain purity of fruit, minerality, and a sense of place.

The estate’s range is anchored by the flagship Clos Signadore Patrimonio, alongside single-parcel cuvées that display impressive depth, aromatic complexity, and remarkable ageing potential. The domaine also produces the A Mandria cuvées (red, white, and rosé), offering more immediate expressions of Corsican freshness and charm.

Clos Signadore is now considered a rising star of Corsican wine – producing reds of concentrated elegance and vibrant, balanced whites that embody the rugged Mediterranean beauty of the island.