Francois Martenot House

What Francois Martenot House does

Maison François Martenot is a private Burgundy wine house founded in 1922 in Savigny-lès-Beaune, with estate origins tracing to 1859. It cultivates 270 hectares of vines across 13 estates spanning five Bourgogne vineyards — Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, Hautes Côtes, and Mâconnais — and additionally into Beaujolais, with a portfolio covering regional appellations through to Premier and Grand Crus such as Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Chablis Premier Cru Beauroy and Pommard Premier Cru les Epenots. Winemaking is traditional and terroir-driven, relying on gravity-based minimal-intervention vinification, oak barrels sourced exclusively from five Burgundy cooperages, and eight dedicated vinification sites that allow grapes to be vinified close to their terroir of origin; a dedicated cellar in Ligny-le-Châtel ages its Crémants de Bourgogne sparkling wines. The house operates the historic Maison Moillard, Reine Pédauque and Chartron et Trébuchet brands, holds exclusive distribution rights for Domaine des Hospices de Beaujeu in Beaujolais, and participates annually as a buyer at the Hospices de Beaune and Hospices de Nuits charity auctions. All estates have been HVE 3 certified since 2021.

The company is a vertically integrated winegrower and merchant: it sources from its own 13 estates, purchases grapes from over 100 partner winegrowers under long-term specifications, vinifies at eight sites, ages in dedicated cellars, and sells through three owned caveaux (Nuits-Saint-Georges, Meursault, Beaune), through wine merchants domestically and internationally, and directly to the HORECA sector and corporate groups. Distribution is supported by its 2015 acquirer, the Helfrich Family via Les Grands Chais de France, which provides international infrastructure. Headcount stands at approximately 250, primarily vineyard and vinification staff.

Revenue is generated from one-time sales of bottled still and sparkling wines across a wide appellation spread, with pricing not publicly disclosed and acquired through direct quotation or caveau visits. The company has approximately 250 employees, is headquartered in Meursault with its legal entity (FRANCOIS MARTENOT SAS) registered in Vignoles, and operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Les Grands Chais de France.

Name

Francois Martenot House

Legal name

FRANCOIS MARTENOT SAS

Website

https://maisonfrancoismartenot.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1922

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Maison François Martenot is a private Burgundy wine house producing and distributing still and sparkling wines across 270 hectares of owned vineyards and 13 estates, serving collectors, HORECA, and wine merchants via three caveaux and international trade channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Burgundy Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (424820)

SIC

Beverages (2080), Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

Keywords

• Burgundy wine production
• Wine estate management
• Sparkling wine production
• Wine distribution wholesale
• Wine tourism experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Vignoles

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Wine Production and Sales: Produces and sells still wines (red and white) and Crémants de Bourgogne under house brands including Maison Moillard, Reine Pédauque, and Chartron et Trébuchet. Controls 270 hectares across 13 estates and purchases grapes from over 100 partner winegrowers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Maison François Martenot is a Burgundy wine house that cultivates 270 hectares of vines across 13 owned estates in five Bourgogne vineyards (Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, Hautes Côtes, Mâconnais) and sources grapes from over 100 partner winegrowers. The company vinifies and bottles still wines (reds and whites from regional to Grand Cru appellations) and Crémants de Bourgogne sparkling wines at eight vinification sites, and sells through owned caveau retail shops, wine merchants, and direct HORECA accounts.

Product overview

Maison François Martenot is a Burgundy wine house producing still wines (reds and whites) and Crémants de Bourgogne sparkling wines. The portfolio includes owned estates totaling 270 hectares across Burgundy, Beaujolais, and Chablis, with 13 properties producing wines from regional appellations to prestigious Premier and Grand Crus including Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Chablis Premier Cru Beauroy, and Pommard Premier Cru les Epenots. The house operates several historic sub-brands including Maison Moillard, Reine Pédauque, and Chartron et Trébuchet, and maintains exclusive distribution rights for Hospices de Beaujeu wines. They participate annually in the Hospices de Beaune and Hospices de Nuits charity auctions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Maison Moillard: Historical wine house brand under Maison François Martenot, includes caveaux in Nuits-Saint-Georges and Meursault, and boutique in Beaune
• Reine Pédauque
• Chartron et Trébuchet
• Crémants de Bourgogne

Products and services

• Still Wines (Red and White Burgundy) Burgundy still wines (red and white) produced from grapes grown on 270 hectares of owned vines across 13 estates and from 100+ partner winegrowers, vinified at eight sites. Sold to individual wine enthusiasts and collectors, restaurants/hotels, and wine merchants in France and internationally.
• Crémants de Bourgogne (Sparkling Wine) Sparkling wines produced under the Crémants de Bourgogne appellation using the traditional Champagne method, made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and aged in a dedicated cellar at Ligny-le-Châtel. Sold to individual consumers, HORECA, and wine trade customers.
• Hospices de Beaune Wines Select barrels purchased at the annual Hospices de Beaune charity wine auction, including the historic collection retailed through the Moillard boutique in Beaune. Targeted at wine collectors and enthusiasts.
• Hospices de Nuits Wines Wines purchased each year at the Hospices de Nuits charity wine auction, retailed through the company's caveau and merchant networks to collectors and Burgundy enthusiasts.
• Domaine des Hospices de Beaujeu Wines (Exclusive Distribution) Wines from Domaine des Hospices de Beaujeu in the Beaujolais region distributed exclusively by Maison François Martenot through its owned channels and merchant network.

Quantifiable outcome

• All estates HVE 3 certified since 2021, demonstrating commitment to sustainable viticulture and biodiversity protection

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hospices de BeaunecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual participation as buyer at Hospices de Beaune charity wine auctions. The company values solidarity and tradition, participating each year in these prestigious auctions. As a buyer, they acquire selected barrels to include in their portfolio.
• Hospices de NuitscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual participation as buyer at Hospices de Nuits charity wine auctions. Shared values of solidarity and tradition align with company heritage.
• Domaine des Hospices de BeaujeucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor for wines produced by Domaine des Hospices de Beaujeu in the Beaujolais region. This exclusive arrangement provides access to Hospices de Beaujeu production for distribution through company channels.
• Partner WinegrowerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver 100 passionate, highly qualified partner winegrowers from whom grapes are purchased with comprehensive specifications established over long-term relationships. These partners enable access to additional appellations and climats beyond the company's own 13 estates.
• Bourgogne Cooperages (5 tonnelleries)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFive Burgundy cooperages that supply oak barrels for wine aging. Each masters the art of selecting best wood, grain, and toasting. Oenologists visit cooperages twice yearly to select barrels according to plot, aging process, and wine style.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Maison Louis Jadot: Family-owned Burgundy négociant and estate owner with broad multi-appellation coverage and international distribution. Closest comparable in business model, scale, and portfolio breadth within Burgundy.
• Patriarche Père et Fils: Historic Beaune-based Burgundy négociant with extensive cellars and tourism-focused operations. Comparable in heritage, négociant-plus-estate model, and use of cellars as brand experience.
• Boisset Collection: Burgundy-rooted négociant group with multiple historic wine house brands, US presence, and estate holdings across Burgundy. Comparable in multi-brand, multi-appellation Burgundy consolidation model.
• Domaine Faiveley: Burgundy producer with substantial Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune estate holdings and international distribution through family group. Comparable in owned-vineyard scale and multi-appellation Burgundy strategy.
• Veuve Ambal: Largest Crémant de Bourgogne specialist, producing traditional-method sparkling wines across Burgundy. Directly comparable in the Crémant de Bourgogne product category and Burgundy-based production.
• Bouchard Père et Fils: Historic Burgundy wine house dating to 1731 with extensive Côte d'Or estate holdings and Premier/Grand Cru depth. Highly comparable in heritage, owned-estate + négociant structure, and premium Burgundy positioning.
• Joseph Drouhin: Burgundy négociant and estate owner with significant holdings in Côte de Beaune, Chablis, and Beaujolais plus US (Oregon) production. Comparable multi-appellation Burgundy model with strong premium positioning.
• Maison Champy: Historic Beaune-based Burgundy wine house with own estates and négociant activity. Comparable in Burgundy heritage, estate-plus-partner sourcing model, and traditional vinification philosophy.
• Albert Bichot: Burgundy wine house with own estates across Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Chablis plus négociant activity. Comparable in structure of owned estates plus purchased-grape production and international distribution.

Others

• Les Grands Chais de France: Parent company and largest French wine producer group providing distribution infrastructure. Parent group rather than direct competitor, but contextually relevant as ultimate owner and channel enabler.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

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