A symbol of an ancestral winemaking tradition dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, which reached its peak toward the end of the eighteenth century, the Paris vineyard was born in 1933 thanks to the extraordinary project of a few men of goodwill involved in local associations dedicated to protecting urban land, and supported by the municipality.
The vineyard, known as Clos Montmartre, is located on the slope of Montmartre in the 18th arrondissement of Paris. Owned by the City of Paris, the vineyard is managed by the Comité des Fêtes et d’Actions Sociales de Montmartre – Paris 18ième. Originating in the 12th century and managed by local residents, the vineyard encompasses various wine designations, including “Le Clos Berthaud,” “La Goutte d’Or,” and “Il Piccolo.” Initially, the wine produced at Clos Montmartre was intended for local consumption; today, the vineyard includes 1,800 vines with 30 different grape varieties.
Each October, the “Fête des Vendanges” is organized to celebrate the annual harvest. The wine produced is then auctioned off, and the proceeds are donated to the social initiatives of the Montmartre Association.