Un lieu pour découvrir, comprendre et vivre le vin

Ô Chateau was founded in 2004 with a simple idea: to make wine more accessible, more engaging, and less intimidating.
At a time when wine tasting in Paris was often reserved for experts, Ô Chateau pioneered a new approach: offering wine tastings in English, designed for curious minds from around the world. What started as wine tasting classes soon became something bigger.

In 2011, Ô Chateau opened one of the largest wine bars in Paris, just steps from the Louvre, bringing together a unique combination: a wine bar, a tasting venue, and a place to truly experience wine in the heart of Paris. Today, Ô Chateau is recognized as one of the leading wine destinations in Paris — a place where locals and travelers come together to drink, learn and explore wine.

With over 2,000 wines, 50 wines by the glass, and a team of passionate sommeliers, every visit is designed to be both educational and enjoyable.
From iconic French appellations to unexpected discoveries, each glass tells a story, guided by people who care about sharing it.

More than a wine bar, a place to understand and enjoy wine in Paris.

Image: reception location, wine bar, Paris

OUR HISTORY

Come and discover the history of our distillery in 5 key dates

2018
Meeting of the two Charlotte and genesis of the project: They will create an urban and inspired gin distillery
2021
Meeting with Nicolas and first thoughts about the Arbre-Sec Distillery, which takes place at 52 Rue de l'Arbre-Sec in the 1st arrondissement
2022
Signature of the lease, a giant construction site awaits us!

Validation of production processes, choice of still and launch of its design
2023
Finalization of plans with the architect and start of work. Creation of the recipes and the concept of the workshops. Obtaining customs authorizations
2024
Start of production.

Inauguration of the distillery in February and opening to the public for the first workshops
Salle intérieur bar à vin Ochateau

OUR MISSION: TO MAKE WINE ACCESSIBLE without simplifying it

At Ô Chateau, we believe wine should be understood, not intimidating.

For over 20 years, our mission has been simple:
to make wine accessible to everyone, without ever compromising on quality or depth.

Whether you’re discovering wine for the first time or already passionate, our sommeliers are here to guide you with precision, clarity and enthusiasm. No jargon, no pressure, just the right level of explanation, adapted to you.

Behind every glass lies a story of terroirs, grape varieties and traditions;  and our role is to bring that story to life in a way that feels engaging, human and memorable.

From a casual glass at the bar to a guided tasting, everything we do is designed to create real connections:
between people, between cultures, and between you and the wine.

Because wine is something you experience

Wine tastings, reimagined

At Ô Chateau, wine tastings were never meant to feel like a class.
Since 2004, we’ve been shaping a different approach, one where learning happens naturally, through conversation, discovery, and pleasure. Every day, in French and English, our sommeliers welcome guests from around the world to share their passion for wine. More than 500,000 people have experienced our tastings: not because they had to, but because they wanted to understand wine in a way that feels real.

Here, there’s no need for prior knowledge. We adapt to each guest, each group, each moment, making wine approachable without ever oversimplifying it.
From iconic French regions to unexpected discoveries, from food pairings to Grand Cru tastings, each experience is designed to open new perspectives and help you trust your own palate.

Image lieu de réception bar à vin Paris