Product Offerings
Products:
Red Wines: Morgon, Morgon Vieilles Vignes, Morgon Côte du Py 'Cuvée Julia', Morgon 'Centenaire', Chénas, Chénas Vieilles Vignes
White Wines: Beaujolais-Villages Blanc
Domaine Anthony Thévenet is an esteemed French winery located in Villié-Morgon, within the heart of the Beaujolais region. Recognized for its natural winemaking methods and highly expressive terroir-driven wines, the estate has become a notable reference among new-generation vignerons in the Beaujolais appellation, particularly in Morgon and Chénas crus.
Company Overview
Founded by Anthony Thévenet in the early 2010s, the domaine emerged from a heritage rooted in Beaujolais viticulture. Anthony initially trained under and worked with legendary producers such as Georges Descombes and Jean Foillard—key figures in the natural wine movement of France. These experiences shaped Anthony's approach to viticulture and winemaking, emphasizing low-intervention, organic practices, and the authentic expression of Gamay.
Today, Domaine Anthony Thévenet is regarded as one of the rising stars in the Beaujolais region, consistently producing limited quantities of highly acclaimed wines that appeal to sommeliers, collectors, and natural wine enthusiasts globally.
Product Portfolio
The winery focuses exclusively on estate-grown, single-varietal wines crafted from Gamay grapes, with a recent addition of white Beaujolais. Key cuvées include:
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Red Wines:
- Morgon – Classic expression of the cru, known for dark fruit and mineral depth
- Morgon Vieilles Vignes – From vines over 70 years old; intense structure and complexity
- Morgon Côte du Py ‘Cuvée Julia’ – From the iconic slope; named after Anthony’s daughter
- Morgon ‘Centenaire’ – Produced from vines over 100 years old; micro-production of rare, age-worthy wine
- Chénas – Elegant, perfumed, and juicy cru Beaujolais
- Chénas Vieilles Vignes – From old vine parcels; deeper, spicier character
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White Wines:
- Beaujolais-Villages Blanc – A rare Chardonnay from northern Beaujolais with fresh minerality
These wines are vinified with native yeasts, minimal sulfur, and long semi-carbonic macerations typical of the natural Beaujolais style.
Specialization and Core USP
Domaine Anthony Thévenet's core strengths include:
- Organic and sustainable vineyard practices with no herbicides or pesticides
- Focus on old vines (Vieilles Vignes), some over 100 years old
- Use of semi-carbonic maceration and native yeast fermentation
- Aging in traditional large-format foudres and old oak barrels
- Low-intervention, unfiltered bottling with minimal sulfite usage
These methods yield wines of transparency, complexity, and a vibrant sense of place—attractive to both natural wine lovers and classical wine connoisseurs.
Financial and Operational Strength
Though privately owned and boutique in scale, the domaine has achieved:
- Production volume of approximately 25,000–30,000 bottles per year
- Global distribution in over 15 countries, including the USA, Japan, UK, Germany, and Scandinavia
- Strong presence in natural and fine wine import portfolios such as Jenny & Francois (USA) and Tutto Wines (UK)
Due to limited quantities, the wines often sell out quickly upon release and are allocated annually to importers and select wine merchants.
Market Reach and Target Customers
The wines of Domaine Anthony Thévenet are targeted toward:
- Boutique wine shops and natural wine retailers
- Michelin-starred and high-end restaurants
- Wine bars specializing in organic and natural wines
- Private collectors and wine subscription services
Major markets include:
- North America: USA, Canada
- Europe: France, UK, Germany, Denmark, Sweden
- Asia: Japan, South Korea
The domaine enjoys increasing interest from the sommelier and fine dining communities due to its minimal intervention ethos and aging potential.
Vineyards and Winemaking Facilities
The estate manages approximately 5–6 hectares of vineyards, with plots in:
- Côte du Py (Morgon)
- Corcelette and Douby sectors of Morgon
- High-altitude parcels in Chénas
Key attributes:
- Granitic and schist soils
- Hand-harvested grapes
- Whole-cluster fermentation
- Gravity-fed cellar with neutral oak aging
The winery infrastructure allows precise control of fermentation and aging without artificial manipulation, preserving the vibrancy of the Gamay grape.
Certifications and Compliance
While not certified organic, the estate adheres to organic viticulture standards, avoiding synthetic chemicals and focusing on soil health and biodiversity.
- Unfined and unfiltered wines
- Minimal SO2 usage only at bottling
- Manual vineyard work and cover cropping
The approach aligns with natural wine philosophies, though without formal "Vin Méthode Nature" labeling.
Critical Acclaim and Testimonials
Domaine Anthony Thévenet wines receive strong praise from international wine critics, importers, and sommeliers:
- Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) has rated Morgon Vieilles Vignes with scores of 92–94 points
- Featured in Revue du Vin de France and Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
- Endorsed by natural wine importers like Jenny & Francois, stating “pure Morgon energy”
- Listed in high-end restaurants such as Le Chateaubriand in Paris and Noma in Copenhagen
Collectors appreciate the balance between structure, freshness, and cellar potential in the top cuvées like the ‘Centenaire’.
Major Achievements
- Established brand identity in natural wine movement globally
- Exported to over 15 countries with cult-like demand for limited releases
- Successfully launched new cuvées such as Côte du Py ‘Julia’ in 2021
- Built a global loyal client base with annual allocations often fully pre-committed
Domaine Anthony Thévenet continues to push boundaries in Beaujolais with precision winemaking, site expression, and respect for nature, establishing itself as a reference for the region’s new era.