Overview
Founded in 1865, Mommessin has been bringing the world excellent wines from Beaujolais and Burgundy since it began exporting in 1890. Through our own properties as well as long-term contracts with growers, some over 100 years old, we are able to consistently bring you exceptional wines of quality. The story behind the key: in 1889, Mommessin acquired La Grange Saint-Pierre, several ancient stone buildings in Mâcon that originally belonged to the Abbey of Cluny. The abbey’s emblem, the Key of Saint Peter, became an enduring symbol at the Mommessin winery, one that can be seen today on all our Mommessin wines.
Our Wines
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Made according to the traditional Beaujolais winemaking method. It means putting the whole bunches of grapes to macerate in temperature controlled vats for a short period of time (5 to 7 days). The goal is to extract as much fruit as possible and get just the right balance of color, aromas and tannins in the selected cuvees. -
The selected plots of vines spread over slopes and plateaux of the commune of Montmelas, Saint-Etienne la Varenne, Lantignié and Blacé in Beaujolais. -
La Clé Saint Pierre is the emblem of a part of the Cluny Abbey. This “key” is also the symbol of quality on the selection of Grands Crus of Burgundy. -
La Clé Saint Pierre is the emblem of a part of the Cluny Abbey. This “key” is also the symbol of quality on the selection of Grands Crus of Burgundy.
