Corsica is an island in the Mediterranean Sea, located between the south-east coast of Provence and the west coast of Tuscany. The key grape varieties used are Italian classics Sangiovese and Vermentino. However, more than 40 varieties are sanctioned for use though the majority may be employed only in the island's Vin de Pays wines. Chardonnay, brought to Corsica by the French, is often blended with Vermentino for the VDP wines, but has not yet made its way into the AOCs.