Menetou-Salon is an ancient vineyard according to the old writings concerning the châtellenie. We find acts from the years 1063, 1097 and 1100 in which the Lord of Menetou gave different properties to various religious orders. Most notably, he gave the vineyards located in Clos de Davet to the famous abbey of St-Sulpice-Lès-Bourges.

The history of Menetou-Salon is intimately linked with Jacques Coeur, Steward of the Royal Expenditures and Banker of the Court of King Charles VII. Jacques Coeur acquired the seigniory of Menetou-Salon in 1450 and writings of the day relate how the wines of Menetou-Salon graced his table.

It's said that Agnes Sorel, the king's favourite, would come to Menetou-Salon to rest under the ancient lime wood; trees (still standing near the castle today) and enjoy the wine of Close de la Dame.

The first wine producers' syndicate was established as early as 1890. In the 1970's, wine production was given new impetus and today vineyards cover an area of around 465 hectares .