Nestled in Paris’s upscale 16th arrondissement near the Eiffel Tower, The M. Wine Museum offers over 1,000 m² of medieval vaulted cells carved into former limestone quarries, steeped in history. Established in 1984 by the Conseil des Échansons de France, the museum occupies 15th-century wine cellars once managed by the Minimes monks who produced wine for Louis XIII.

The self-guided tour presents a rich collection of more than 2,200 artifacts – viticulture tools, barrels, corkscrews, tasting implements – displayed in immersive scenes, featuring wax figures of winemakers and historical personalities such as Pasteur and Balzac. It traces wine’s journey from antiquity through modern techniques, with informative displays and multilingual audio guides.

At the end of the tour, guests enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or can opt for a sommelier-led tasting featuring three wines. The on-site restaurant, “Les Échansons”, set beneath vaulted ceilings, offers refined traditional French cuisine with set menus from mid-day to 3 pm (Tuesday–Saturday), and special Friday evening events featuring live music and tasting.

This dynamic cultural venue regularly hosts wine tasting classes, temporary exhibitions, concerts, afterworks, and private events (up to 200 guests). Accessible for wheelchair users, it also features accessible restrooms and a gift and wine shop.

Fun fact: the site still contains a medieval well fed by the quarry’s groundwater, once famous for the renowned “waters of Passy”. In 2023, new owners revitalized the venue, blending modern flair with historical elegance .

Target audience: wine enthusiasts, curious tourists, families (free admission for under‑9s), corporate groups, and gastronomy lovers.