Patrimonio is a Nebbiu village 10 minutes from Saint-Florent and the name of a protected designation of origin recognised in 1968. The vineyard covers 413 hectares across seven municipalities, including Saint-Florent and Santo-Pietro-di-Tenda, where Saleccia lies. Reds and rosés are based on nielluccio, whites on vermentinu. In 2024, 36 winegrowers produced 14,593 hectolitres: 39% red, 33% white and 27% rosé. It is the easiest half-day outing without a beach.
Key facts
- AOC recognised on 13 March 1968, restored in 1984 after a period as a Vin de Corse designation.
- 413 ha of vines in 2024, 36 winegrowers, 14,593 hl.
- Grapes: nielluccio (reds and rosés), vermentinu (whites).
- 6.7 km and 10 min from Saint-Florent; guided tastings from €120 with transport.
The appellation in figures
| Fact | Figure |
|---|---|
| Recognition | decree of 13 March 1968; AOC restored on 23 October 1984 |
| Area | 413 ha (2024) |
| Municipalities | 7, including Saint-Florent and Santo-Pietro-di-Tenda |
| Winegrowers | 36 |
| Production | 14,593 hl (2024) |
| Colours | 39% red, 33% white, 27% rosé |
Source: Wikipedia.
The wines
Reds and rosés are based on nielluccio, a relative of Tuscan sangiovese, with some grenache and sciaccarello. Whites are made from vermentinu, known here as malvoisie de Corse. The vineyard spreads across the Nebbiu, around the Gulf of Saint-Florent.
Visiting
Patrimonio is 6.7 km from Saint-Florent, 10 minutes by road (OSRM). Opening hours vary from one estate to another: check before you go. To avoid driving after a tasting, organised trips leave from Saint-Florent; see the offers below and things to do in Saint-Florent.
To end the day
Patrimonio pairs well with a morning at Lotu: back on the shuttle in the early afternoon, then the cellars. To stay among the vines, see where to stay near the Agriates.
Book a trip
Tastings in the vineyard
Wine Tasting Saint-Florent & Patrimonio3 hours★ 4.9 (11 reviews)from €120Check availability
Organic Corsican Wine Tasting 10 Minutes from Saint-Florent30 minutes★ 4.3 (23 reviews)from €10Check availability- Guided cellar tour & organic wine tasting 10 minutes from Saint-Florent1 hour★ 4.5 (2 reviews)from €20Check availability
"From" prices checked on 9 November 2026 and may have changed.
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Frequently asked questions
Which villages produce Patrimonio wine?
Seven: Patrimonio, Barbaggio, Saint-Florent, Farinole, Oletta, Poggio-d'Oletta and Santo-Pietro-di-Tenda.
Which grape makes red Patrimonio?
Nielluccio, related to sangiovese, dominates the reds and rosés. The whites are made from vermentinu, locally called malvoisie de Corse.
Can you visit the wineries without a car?
Yes, with an organised tasting: in November 2026, a tour from Saint-Florent including transport cost from €120 (4.9 out of 5, 11 reviews). Otherwise the cellars are a 10-minute drive from Saint-Florent.
Sources
Information checked against the sources below. Shuttles, tracks and prices change: confirm before you go.
- Wikipedia, Patrimonio AOC (in French), accessed 9 November 2026
- GetYourGuide widget, tastings in Saint-Florent and Patrimonio, accessed 9 November 2026
- OSRM on OpenStreetMap, driving times, accessed 9 November 2026
