Domaine Anita
ドメーヌ・アニタ
A former pro cyclist's precision-crafted, terroir-driven Beaujolais crus from old, densely planted vines in Chénas.
Domaine Anita is an 18-hectare estate in Chénas, southern Beaujolais, founded by Anita Kuhnel (also known as Anita Neveu), a former professional cyclist who released her first vintage in 2015. Her holdings span the crus of Moulin-à-Vent, Morgon, Fleurie, and Chénas, plus Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages, with densely planted vines (up to 10,000 vines per hectare) ranging from 40 to 100 years old; her oldest parcels are still plowed by horse. In the cellar she is assisted by Guy Marion, who spent 52 harvests as cellarmaster for Georges Duboeuf. The wines aim for minimal intervention and maximal clarity of site, and cuvées such as Moulin-à-Vent Cœur de Vigneronne have earned critical acclaim for their concentration, precision, and aging potential.
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Who Is This For?
For those who appreciate structured, age-worthy Gamay that rivals fine Burgundy, and for anyone drawn to wines from pioneering women winemakers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is the winemaker behind Domaine Anita?
- Anita Kuhnel (also known as Anita Neveu), a former professional cyclist based in Chénas, Beaujolais. She launched her eponymous estate with the 2015 vintage and is assisted in the cellar by Guy Marion, who spent 52 harvests as cellarmaster for Georges Duboeuf.
- Which appellations does Domaine Anita produce?
- The 18-hectare estate covers six appellations: the crus Moulin-à-Vent, Morgon, Fleurie, and Chénas, plus Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages. The flagship Moulin-à-Vent cuvée Cœur de Vigneronne is particularly acclaimed.
- What is the signature style of Domaine Anita's wines?
- The wines are characterized by concentration, precise mineral freshness, and a refined structure that often transcends the typical profile of Beaujolais, thanks to old vines (40 to 100 years) planted at very high density.
- Is Domaine Anita a natural wine producer?
- The estate practices sustainable, minimal-intervention viticulture — its oldest parcels are even plowed by horse — but it prioritizes site expression and quality over strict adherence to the natural wine movement.
- Do Domaine Anita's wines pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes. The elegant tannins and vibrant acidity of these Gamay-based wines pair beautifully with Japanese dishes such as grilled duck, soy-glazed meats, yakitori, and mushroom-based preparations.