Patrimonio is the best known Corsica wine.
The Nielluccio grape is the main variety and usually composes up to 95% of the regions AOC red and rosé wines.
The white wines of the regions are often 100% Vermentino.
The red Patrimonio develops aromas of vanilla and black berry ; it fits with meat stew, grilled chicken, game meat, Brocciu, Niolo (Corsica cheeses). It can be cellared from 3 to 7 years.
The white Patrimonio smells of white flowers. It fits with fish, cheese, and can be kept about 3 years.
The rose Patrimonio smells of red fruit, and fits with aperitif, salads, exotic dishes. Like the whites, it can be cellared 3 years.