Wine Tasting Tours in Corsica

The best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Corsica

There is no best time to get to wine tastings and tours in Corsica because the weather is sunny and warm all year round and the temperature of the water is pleasant until September. If you plan to visit wine tastings and tours in Corsica, a pleasant period is either Spring or the beginning of Autumn when the weather is not too hot and the island is less crowded.
In July and August, the temperature oscillates between 30° and 38°, so it's very hot to roam around the internal parts of the island. Summers are for laying on a beautiful Corsican beach!

What to do in Corsica?

In between wine tastings and tours in Corsica, you do not want to miss the following destination on the island:

• Bonifacio, a well-preserved fortified town rested on a steep limestone cliff.
• Calvi, an unbelievable Mediterranean scenic town that was under the rule of the Republic of Genoa for several centuries.
• Bastia is a picturesque harbor with a peculiar old town. This vibrant seaside city is the place to go if you want to experience the real Corsica.

What to taste in Corsica?

Grown in the dry granite soils of Corsica, Corsican Red from Sciacarello is bright, vivid flavors of flowers, red fruit, and stony earth that transcend Tuscan mediocrity.
Generally, Corsican wines are long-lasting and refreshing with citrus hints. Wine is serious and age-worthy.
As you embark on your travels through Corsica's wine region, we encourage you to explore these exemplary wines.

• Domaine Jean-Baptiste Arena Patrimonio 'Morta Maio'
• Clos Canarelli Corse Figari Rouge
• Alain Courreges Domaine de Vaccelli Ajaccio Granit Rouge

What to expect from wine tastings and tours in Corsica?

Experience wine tastings and tours in Corsica while sitting amongst the rich natural beauties of this unique island. 
Almost all the wineries and cellar houses are equipped with tasting rooms where you can enjoy a glass of their fine wine. Many wineries offer a guided tour of their cellar and ageing rooms. Gain first hand knowledge about the ecological and sustainable organic winemaking techniques. Wine tastings and tours in Corsica will let you fully experience the beauty of the region, winemaking traditions as well as their local cuisine.