Domaine de Pratavone

Domaine de Pratavone

AOC Ajaccio, Taravo Valley, Corsica. 50 ha of granite soils. Sciaccarellu, Vermentino. Isabelle Courrèges, oenologist.

To discover the wines of Domaine de Pratavone is first and foremost to understand the story of a unique Corsican terroir and a family deeply attached to its land.

· Around 3,000 hours of sunshine per year
· Low rainfall
· The proximity of the Mediterranean Sea, around ten kilometres from the estate

Grenache

Which brings roundness and generous fruit

Nielluccio

Which reinforces structure and depth

Vermentino (Malvoisie de Corse)

The essential white grape variety of Corsica, also known as Malvoisie de Corse

Prestige Range

Gastronomy · Age-worthy · Complexity

More complex and structured cuvées, designed to accompany special occasions and gastronomic meals.

Tradition Range

Accessible · Expressive · Everyday

Accessible and expressive wines that reveal all the conviviality of Corsican wines, perfectly suited to everyday meals.

In both cases, the philosophy remains the same: respect for the grape, precision in winemaking and faithful expression of the Corsican terroir.

Rosé Prestige and Tradition

AOC Ajaccio · Sciaccarellu-dominant · Direct pressing · Temperature-controlled fermentation

Predominantly made from Sciaccarellu, this rosé is produced by direct pressing to preserve all the aromatic finesse of the grape variety. After cold settling, fermentation is carried out at controlled temperature to retain freshness and aromatic intensity.

Rouge Prestige

AOC Ajaccio · Sciaccarellu 70%, Grenache 20%, Nielluccio 10% · Stainless steel + barrels · Age-worthy

A blend of Sciaccarellu (70%), Grenache (20%) and Nielluccio (10%), this red wine reveals all the typicity of the Ajaccio terroir. Following alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, it is aged in stainless steel vats then in barrels, gaining complexity and cellaring potential.

Rouge Tradition

AOC Ajaccio · Sciaccarellu, Grenache, Nielluccio · Stainless steel only · Freshness & fruit

Made from the same grape varieties, this red wine is aged exclusively in stainless steel vats to preserve its freshness and fruit.

Blanc Prestige

AOC Ajaccio · Vermentino 100% · 12 months barrel-ageing · Gastronomy

Made exclusively from Vermentino, this gastronomic white wine reveals all the richness of Corsica's flagship grape variety. After fermentation, it is aged in barrels for 12 months, gaining complexity and depth.

Blanc Tradition

AOC Ajaccio · Vermentino · Freshness & aromatic purity

Also made from Vermentino, this white wine prioritises freshness and aromatic purity.

Why are Ajaccio wines so distinctive ?

Ajaccio appellation wines owe their originality to the unique combination of granite soils, a Mediterranean climate and native grape varieties such as Sciaccarellu. This alchemy produces wines that are elegant, aromatic and deeply connected to their terroir. At Domaine de Pratavone, this Corsican identity finds full expression in every bottle.

Where is Domaine de Pratavone located and how do you get there ?

Domaine de Pratavone is located in the Taravo Valley, in southern Corsica (Corse-du-Sud), 8 kilometres from Porto Pollo and close to the prehistoric site of Filitosa. It sits at the heart of the Corsican maquis, between sea and mountain, around one hour from Ajaccio. The estate is accessible from Propriano or from Ajaccio via the RN196, heading towards Porto Pollo.

What is Sciaccarellu and why is it essential to Corsican wine ?

Sciaccarellu is a native Corsican grape variety, emblematic of the Ajaccio appellation. Its name literally means "crunching under the tooth" in Corsican, a reference to the texture of its berries. It produces lightly coloured but particularly aromatic wines, notes of pepper, spice and subtle red fruits, recognised for their finesse and elegance. Exclusive to Corsica and more specifically to the Ajaccio region, it thrives on the decomposed granite soils that suit it perfectly. It is found almost nowhere else in the wine world.

What is AOC Ajaccio and what grape varieties does it allow ?

AOC Ajaccio is a Corsican wine appellation produced around the city of Ajaccio and in the Taravo Valley. It covers reds, rosés and whites made from native Corsican grape varieties. Sciaccarellu is the dominant variety for reds and rosés (minimum 40% of the blend), complemented by Grenache, Nielluccio and other Mediterranean varieties. Vermentino (Malvoisie de Corse) is the flagship white variety. The appellation is renowned for its granite soils and Mediterranean climatic conditions, producing wines of great typicity.

What food pairings work best with Domaine de Pratavone wines ?

Rosé Tradition is ideal as an aperitif and with Corsican charcuterie (lonzu, coppa, figatellu). The Tradition and Prestige reds pair beautifully with maquis-herb lamb, Corsican-style veal, sheep's milk cheese (brocciu, Corsican tomme) and braised meats. Blanc Tradition is perfect with Mediterranean fish, seafood and shellfish. Blanc Prestige, barrel-aged for 12 months, suits fine gastronomy: lobster, langoustines, noble fish or creamed poultry.

How long can you keep Domaine de Pratavone wines ?

Rosé and Blanc Tradition are designed for immediate pleasure, best enjoyed within 2 to 3 years. Rouge Tradition is at its best within 3 to 5 years. Blanc Prestige, aged for 12 months in barrels, can develop beautifully over 5 to 8 years. Rouge Prestige, with its combined stainless steel and barrel ageing, offers a cellaring potential of 6 to 10 years and gains complexity with time. All wines should be stored between 12 and 15°C away from light.

Does Domaine de Pratavone practise organic farming ?

Domaine de Pratavone farms its 50 hectares according to the principles of reasoned agriculture, an approach aimed at minimising chemical inputs, preserving the natural balance of the terroir and promoting biodiversity in the surrounding maquis. This respectful approach, combined with the natural richness of the decomposed granite soils, contributes to the authenticity and expressiveness of the estate's wines.

Why order Pratavone wines through Avenue des Vins ?

Domaine de Pratavone wines are confidential productions, rarely distributed outside Corsica. Avenue des Vins offers these AOC Ajaccio cuvées through a direct channel, with careful delivery across France and Europe, protective wine-safe packaging and an expert selection, the best way to access these authentic Corsican wines without travelling to the island.

Which Pratavone wine should I choose as a gift or for a first discovery ?

For a first discovery of Corsican wines, Rosé Tradition is the ideal starting point: accessible, aromatic and representative of the Sciaccarellu grape and the conviviality of the maquis. As a gastronomic gift, Blanc Prestige (Vermentino 100%, 12 months in barrels) is the most memorable choice. For red wine lovers seeking a cellar wine, Rouge Prestige (Sciaccarellu 70%, Grenache 20%, Nielluccio 10%) reveals all the depth of the Ajaccio terroir.

What is Vermentino and why is it Corsica's flagship white grape variety ?

Vermentino, known as Malvoisie de Corse on the island, is the great white grape variety of Corsica. It forms the basis of all Corsican white wines, including AOC Ajaccio, AOC Muscat du Cap Corse and AOC Patrimonio. It produces aromatic wines (white flowers, citrus, exotic fruits), fresh, mineral and with good length. At Domaine de Pratavone, it is expressed in two versions: as Blanc Tradition (freshness and purity) and as Blanc Prestige (12 months barrel-ageing for greater complexity and depth).

Domaine de Pratavone · Taravo Valley, Southern Corsica · AOC Ajaccio · Isabelle Courrèges, oenologist · 50 ha

Sciaccarellu · Vermentino · Nielluccio · Grenache · Decomposed granite soils · AOC Ajaccio · Corsica wines · Corsica rosé · Corsica white