George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, own a 425-acre estate in Provence, southern France, where vineyards, landscaped gardens and open countryside offer a quieter setting away from Hollywood.
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The property, known as Domaine du Canadel, has become an important part of the couple’s life in France.
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Now, the actor is reportedly preparing to extend his connection with the region by opening an upscale Italian restaurant in the nearby village of Cotignac.
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According to recent reports, the restaurant could welcome its first customers in spring 2027.
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What makes George Clooney’s 425-acre French estate special
The Clooneys purchased Domaine du Canadel in 2021, adding a substantial Provençal property to their international real estate portfolio.
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Architectural Digest reported that the estate covers 425 acres and includes vineyards, gardens and tennis courts.
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It placed its purchase price at approximately $8.3 million.
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Located near Brignoles in the Var department of southern France, the property offers the couple space and privacy in a rural setting.
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Its vineyards and landscaped grounds reflect the character of the surrounding region, where agriculture and wine production are part of the local landscape.
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The estate also fits into the couple’s wider collection of homes, which has included properties in England, Italy and the United States.
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However, their French property has gained particular attention as they spend more time in Provence.
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The restaurant will bring Italian dining to Cotignac
The planned restaurant is expected to occupy the former Les 3 Marches pizzeria at 11 Cours Gambetta, a central address in Cotignac.
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According to Yonder’s report, renovation work had already begun, and the proposed opening was scheduled for spring 2027.
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The venue is reportedly being developed as an upscale Italian restaurant rather than a straightforward neighbourhood pizzeria.
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However, important details, including its name, chef, menu and prices, have not been officially announced.
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Luxurylaunches also reported on the project, describing it as Clooney’s move into high-end dining in Provence.
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The existing premises previously served wood-fired pizzas and other dishes, but the new venture is expected to introduce a more refined dining experience.
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The restaurant’s location in the centre of Cotignac could make it accessible to residents and visitors exploring the village.
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Its opening would also give the area another dining destination at a time when Clooney’s connection with Provence is attracting international attention.
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Cotignac, the picturesque Provençal village where George Clooney is reportedly opening his first upscale Italian restaurant.
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Why has Clooney chosen a village near his estate
Cotignac lies close to the actor’s Domaine du Canadel estate, making the village a natural location for a business venture connected to his life in the region.
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The village is known for its traditional streets and striking limestone and tufa cliff, which rises above the historic centre.
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Grazia USA reported that the restaurant was taking shape in the former pizzeria and that the building was undergoing renovation.
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The publication also noted that the restaurant’s precise concept remained under wraps, despite reports that it would focus on Italian cuisine.
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The project is being associated with Canadian entrepreneur Graham Porter, who owns Hotel Lou Calen in Cotignac.
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Yonder also identified Porter as Clooney’s reported business partner.
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His existing hospitality business gives the proposed restaurant a connection to the local tourism and dining scene.
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Yonder quoted a village restaurateur who expected the new address to attract additional visitors.
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Clooney has already been spotted around the area, and his visits with Amal to the local bistro Picotte have reportedly brought increased attention to the establishment.
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Clooney’s long-standing connection with Italy
Although the restaurant is planned for France, its Italian focus reflects a connection that goes back years.
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Clooney has owned Villa Oleandra, a historic property on the shores of Lake Como in Italy, since 2002, according to Architectural Digest’s account of the couple’s property portfolio.
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His association with Italian life extends beyond real estate.
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Luxurylaunches reported that the actor has a particular fondness for Italian food, including handmade pesto gnocchi and risotto.
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It also described his long-standing relationship with private chef Viviana Frizzi, who began cooking for him in 2013.
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Italian cuisine therefore has a personal connection for Clooney, rather than being an entirely new direction for his business interests.
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The proposed restaurant would bring that interest to a French setting, combining a style of food associated with his years in Italy with the atmosphere of a Provencal village.
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The Clooneys have made France a major part of family life
The restaurant plan comes as the couple’s ties to France have strengthened.
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Grazia USA reported that George and Amal Clooney, along with their twins, became French citizens in late 2025.
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Their estate near Brignoles has consequently become more than a holiday retreat in the region.
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The move towards a restaurant also marks a different kind of venture from the couple’s residential property investments.
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