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Have you ever dreamed of being surrounded by vineyards, overlooking the sea, with a glass in your hand and the fragrance of the Mediterranean scrub in the air? Then Bastia<\/a>, in the north of Corsica, might just be the place for you.\u00a0<\/h5>\n

This charming corner of the Mediterranean has everything it needs to capture the hearts of wine lovers (and those about to discover this passion). From vine-coated hills to picture-postcard villages where time stands still, Haute-Corse<\/a> invites you to uncork its soul.<\/p>\n

Bastia, where the adventure (and tasting) starts<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Bastia is not only the gateway to the north of Corsica, it\u2019s also a gem with its own distinctive flavour. With its vibrant Old Port, its faded fa\u00e7ades and bohemian vibe<\/strong>, the city looks like a movie yet to be shot. Stroll through Saint-Nicolas Square, lose yourself in the narrow streets and alleyways of Terra Vecchia, and start your route off with a glass of wine on a terrace with sea views. Because here, you always drink wine with the sea as your backdrop.<\/p>\n

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Haute-Corse: the wilder (and tastier) side of Corsica<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The north of the island is a place where nature still reigns supreme: sheer mountains, steep cliffs, villages hanging off the hillsides\u2026 and vineyards flourishing where you would think it impossible. The wine in this region is full of character, just like the landscape. It boasts the designation of origin labels Patrimonio<\/em>, Coteaux du Cap Corse<\/em> and Muscat du Cap Corse<\/em>, names that will make you lick your lips before you\u2019ve tried a single drop.<\/p>\n

So what thrives there? Noble grape varieties such as niellucciu (the Corsican cousin of sangiovese), sciaccarellu, vermentinu\u2026 Grapes that produce full-bodied, aromatic wines with bold personalities<\/strong>. One glass and you\u2019ll see why the Corsicans are so proud of their wine.<\/p>\n

A toast with views: routes for savouring the north of Corsica<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n

From Bastia to Patrimonio: the sanctuary of Corsican wine<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Just a 30-minute drive from Bastia, Patrimonio<\/strong> is Corsica\u2019s wine mecca. Its exceptional microclimate and calcareous soils make it a little paradise for winegrowers. Here you can visit family-run wineries where you\u2019ll be welcomed with a smile and handed a glass. Don\u2019t miss Clos Santini<\/em><\/a>, Domaine Arena<\/em><\/a> or Domaine Leccia<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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And as you\u2019re in the area, drive on to Saint-Florent<\/a>, a small coastal gem and a perfect lunch spot by the sea. Pair a fresh fish platter with a nicely chilled vermentinu\u2026 and there you have it: the taste of the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n

The Cap Corse route: wine, sea and the soul of Corsica<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Jump in the car and drive to Cap Corse, that narrow peninsula that looks like a finger pointing skywards. Here, the vineyards cling to the hillsides that drop down to the sea, and the wine is produced on breathtaking terraces. Visit the villages of Erbalunga, Rogliano or Centuri<\/strong>, try the sweet, heady muscat du Cap Corse<\/em> and immerse yourself in the slow pace of Corsican life.<\/p>\n

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Erbalunga<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A golden tip: stop at some of the small wineries in Cap Corse, where the producers will tell you stories of wind, salt and age-old vines.<\/p>\n

Nebbio and the inner heart of the island<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Further inland, Nebbio is a region that\u2019s not so well known but is just as fascinating. Small villages such as Oletta, Murato or Santo-Pietro-di-Tenda<\/strong> await you with their cobbled streets, their stone architecture and, of course, authentic, delicious wines. Here, the wine is paired with Corsican cuisine: cured cheeses<\/a>, sausages such as figatellu<\/em>, chestnut bread and Mediterranean scrub honey. An absolute feast for the senses.<\/p>\n

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Lake Padua, Nebbio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A journey to be sipped slowly<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Discovering the north of Corsica through its wine is about much more than visiting wineries; it\u2019s about savouring the history, culture and nature of an untameable island. From Bastia, every route is a toast to the good things in life. So now you know; pack your bags, refine your palate\u2026 and \u00e0 votre sant\u00e9!<\/em> \ud83e\udd42<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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