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The Council of Wine Stewards of France
Rehabilitated after 1950, the former wine cellars served for a time as wine cellars for the Eiffel Tower restaurant before becoming the Wine Museum, owned since 1984 by the French Wine Stewards' Council. This Confraternity, created in 1954, is dedicated to defending and promoting the finest wine appellations of our terroirs. To this end, it organizes numerous prestigious events in France, abroad, and right here in this Museum.
It brings together several thousand professionals and amateurs worldwide who ensure the maintenance of the know-how and quality that make French wines universally renowned.
Wine Museum Ticket Office
The geological origins
Built in former quarries, four vaulted rooms — now used for restoration — served in the 16th and 17th centuries as cellars for the Minim Friars of the Convent of Passy.
Founded in 1472 by Saint Francis of Paola, a renowned hermit, the order established itself in France at the invitation of Louis XI. Construction of the convent began in 1491, with the support of Anne of Brittany.
Located along what is now Beethoven Street, the convent had gardens, orchards, and vineyards on the hillside overlooking the Seine. The monks produced a light white wine that was appreciated by Louis XIII, particularly after his hunts in the Bois de Boulogne.
The convent was deconsecrated during the Revolution, then destroyed. Only the names of Rue Vineuse and Rue des Vignes recall this wine-growing past.
The cellars of the Minims convent
Built in former quarries, four vaulted rooms — now used for restoration — served in the 16th and 17th centuries as cellars for the Minim Friars of the Convent of Passy.
Founded in 1472 by Saint Francis of Paola, a renowned hermit, the order established itself in France at the invitation of Louis XI. Construction of the convent began in 1491, with the support of Anne of Brittany.
Located along what is now Beethoven Street, the convent had gardens, orchards, and vineyards on the hillside overlooking the Seine. The monks produced a light white wine that was appreciated by Louis XIII, particularly after his hunts in the Bois de Boulogne.
The convent was deconsecrated during the Revolution, then destroyed. Only the names of Rue Vineuse and Rue des Vignes recall this wine-growing past.
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Since February 2023, a new generation of entrepreneurs has taken over the place and is embarking on a rejuvenation program!
Six months of work are needed to give you a new experience in the worthy heritage of the Echansons de France, presided over by Mr. Claude Josse and his teams.
Our shop
Nichée à l’entrée des caves, la boutique du Musée du Vin prolonge votre visite et vous invite à emporter avec vous un peu de l’esprit des lieux.
Vous y trouverez une sélection soignée de vins de vignerons, choisis pour leur authenticité et leur histoire ainsi qu’un large choix de livres consacrés aux vignobles et aux vins, parfaits pour approfondir vos connaissances ou dénicher un cadeau inspirant.
La boutique propose également une collection d’objets autour de l’art de la table : accessoires de dégustation, tire-bouchons, carafes et pièces artisanales. Chaque objet est sélectionné pour célébrer la culture du vin : que vous soyez amateur curieux ou passionné averti, vous trouverez de quoi prolonger l’expérience chez vous.
Un espace idéal pour dénicher un souvenir authentique, offrir un présent raffiné ou compléter votre cave.