Mommessin
モメサン
A historic bridge between Burgundian elegance and Beaujolais vibrancy, once steward of Clos de Tart.
Founded in 1865 in Mâcon by Jean-Marie Mommessin, Mommessin is a historic Burgundy and Beaujolais négociant house. It built its reputation through decades of stewardship over the legendary Clos de Tart monopole (sold to François Pinault's Artémis Domaines in 2017), and has belonged to the Boisset Collection since 1997. Today Mommessin produces wines spanning Burgundy and Beaujolais, known especially for its 'Les Mises' range — a selection of Beaujolais crus (including Saint-Amour, Moulin-à-Vent, Côte de Brouilly, and two Morgon parcels, Côte de Py and Les Charmes) vinified using a mix of traditional Burgundian whole-cluster technique and semi-carbonic maceration to showcase the purity of Gamay.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for wine lovers seeking authentic, crus-driven Beaujolais and elegant Burgundy wines that pair beautifully with diverse cuisines.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Mommessin still owned by the Mommessin family?
- No. The Mommessin négociant business has belonged to the Boisset Collection since 1997, though it continues to operate under the Mommessin name.
- Does Mommessin still own Clos de Tart?
- No. The Mommessin family sold the Clos de Tart monopole to François Pinault's Artémis Domaines in October 2017; it is no longer connected to today's Mommessin négociant business.
- What is the 'Les Mises' range?
- Les Mises is Mommessin's flagship Beaujolais cru selection, sourced from parcels in Saint-Amour, Moulin-à-Vent, Côte de Brouilly, and two Morgon sites (Côte de Py and Les Charmes), vinified with a mix of traditional Burgundian whole-cluster and semi-carbonic maceration techniques.
- What vinification technique does Mommessin use for Beaujolais?
- Mommessin blends approaches by cru: some wines, like Côte de Brouilly, are made in the Burgundian whole-cluster style, while others, like Saint-Amour, use semi-carbonic maceration to preserve fresh, aromatic Gamay fruit.
- Are Mommessin wines suitable for Japanese cuisine?
- Yes. Their fruit-forward Beaujolais wines, with bright acidity and low tannin, pair exceptionally well with soy-based dishes, grilled fish, and yakitori.