5 generations of vinegrower-winemakers
The Jambon family has been growing vines and crafting wines with the same passion, meticulousness and respect for our terroir for five generations.
From 1884 to 1995:
the first 4 generations
Pierre settled as a vinegrower in the commune of Marchampt in 1884.
Etienne, Pierre’s son, started his career in Quincié in 1908, then moved to Saint-Lager.
François, Étienne’s son, took over after his father in 1946. This is when bottle sales were added to sales of wine in bulk.
Robert, François’ son, joined forces with his father in 1968. Brouilly was added to the estate.
Key dates:
1973 was a turning point: Robert Jambon won his first medal; it was the first prize from the Grands vins du Beaujolais de la Saint-Vincent competition. This is both a great pride and great recognition of the know-how handed down through the generations… and the first of many! At the same time, sales to the general public and to brokers were increasing and our tasting cellar got its first visits.
1975 Domaine des Maisons Neuves saw the day, as well as the development of sales beyond the Beaujolais region. This is when our renown started to grow; with sale of wines by Maison Jambon throughout Europe (2007) and the world.
1995: the 5th generation took the reins!
Emmanuel, Robert’s son, took over from his father in 1995. He grew the estate and its sales and started modifying tending techniques, restructuring some plots with wider planting for lower density.
Dominique, Emmanuel’s twin brother, joined the estate and also helped grow it. He brought a fresh look at vine tending and winemaking techniques, resulting in more supple, rounded wines.
Key events:
Acquiring Crus new to the estate
Crus Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent (2014) and Fleurie (2020) were added to the range of Maison Jambon Crus. In 2024, Maison Jambon created their Haute Couture collection, with wines from high potential lieux-dits or named areas for a more upmarket offer.
Evolution of methods and equipment
Extension and renovation of the vinification chai, a new vatroom and creation of a cellar venue etc. Maison Jambon regularly does maintenance on and updates its equipment to ensure quality. From an environmental point of view, the entire estate is level 3 Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certified (the highest French official environmental certification).
Diversification of our grape varieties
In 2007 Maison Jambon planted Pinot Gris (a historic Burgundian variety), followed by Chardonnay (2008).
2016 Meilleur Gamay du Monde
Maison Jambon won Meilleur Gamay du Monde (World’s Best Gamay) with their 2015 Chiroubles.
“Combining family tradition and modern expectations; we are committed to creating genuine and refined wines that remain true to the spirit of our estate.”
Emmanuel and Dominique Jambon
