{"title":"Athenais","description":"\u003cp\u003eAthénaïs is the label under which Athénaïs de Béru produces wines made from purchased grapes, vinified at Château de Béru, a few kilometres from Chablis. The château has belonged to the family for more than four centuries; she took over its management with the 2005 harvest, converting the domaine's approximately fifteen hectares first to organic and then to biodynamic farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same approach as for the estate's Chablis: indigenous yeasts, vinification without additives and, since 2014, some cuvées bottled without added sulfur. The grapes come mainly from Yonne, from organic or biodynamic growers; the Aligoté comes from the hills of Saint-Bris.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSTELT's selection includes two 2018 bottles: the Bourgogne Aligoté and the Bourgogne Épineuil Rouge, Pinot Noir from the Épineuil appellation, opposite Tonnerre. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"athenais-bourgogne-aligote-2018-075","title":"Athenais Bourgogne Aligote 2018 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAthenais Bourgogne Aligote 2018 AOC 0,75l presents itself as a bright, poised white wine, born from a Bourgogne region where calcareous soil and temperate breezes shape a subtle mineral texture that accompanies every sip; this wine stems from the producer’s desire to portray an authentic winegrowing France, where simplicity is not banality but fertile ground for elegance; Athenais’s story is that of a winery placing vineyard care at the center, with attention to detail at every stage of production and a philosophy that sees time as an ally: hand harvesting, meticulous grape selection, gentle pressing, and fermentation in temperature-controlled vessels to preserve the freshness and aromatic purity typical of Aligoté; the estate’s identity is summed up in a consistency between tradition and innovation, a constant commitment to reducing intervention and respecting the terroir, with practices favoring organic or integrated management; compared with other similar producers, Athenais Bourgogne Aligote 2018 stands out for its balance between forthright flavor and finesse, its clear minerality reminiscent of limestone polished by the wind, and its lively acidity, which makes the wine immediately refreshing while allowing it to develop in bottle without losing its identity; its sensory characteristics unfold as an evolving narrative: bright straw-yellow color, a clean bouquet recalling green apple, delicate citrus, and acacia flowers, with a trace of lemon zest and a light note of wet stone; on the palate, it arrives lightly, developing controlled savoriness, delicate structure, and a finish that leaves an elegant mineral trail; within the producer’s range, this wine occupies a medium-intensity position, ideal for seafood appetizers and light soups, offering continuity with other wines from the same line without diminishing its distinctive sense of place; in keeping with the STELT positioning, Athenais Bourgogne Aligote 2018 embodies restraint, precision, and a faith in time that invites people to share authentic moments without affectation.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Athenais","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778827792709,"sku":"ATH-BOUALI-BOU-18-075","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Athenais-Bourgogne-Aligote-2018-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788873648"},{"product_id":"athenais-bourgogne-epineuil-rouge-2018-075","title":"Athenais Bourgogne Epineuil Rouge 2018 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAthenais Bourgogne Epineuil Rouge 2018 AOC 0,75l is a red wine that tells the story in the glass of a small yet richly distinctive landscape, where Epineuil, the rural heart of Bourgogne, reveals itself as a laboratory of balance between calcareous soil, gentle winds, and a patch of red fruits that ripen slowly, giving life to a wine with immediate character but controlled evolution, capable of pairing with a wide variety of dishes without losing its identity. The story of producer Athenais is that of a family-run winery that has chosen to preserve centuries-old winemaking traditions while integrating modern practices focused on respect for the land, attention to detail, and a working philosophy centered on the dignity of the grapes, the preservation of biodiversity, and a responsible interpretation of the terroir. This production philosophy translates into measured interventions in the vineyard and winery: hand harvesting, moderately short maceration, controlled fermentation, and aging carried out in vessels that respect the raw material, preserving the purity of the fruit without weighing down the structure, allowing the wine to express maturity and aromatic clarity with a restrained tannic texture. Compared with other producers in the region, this Epineuil Rouge stands out for its harmony of fruit, spice, and minerality, with an imprint that avoids exuberance in favor of a restrained and elegant presence, capable of guiding those seeking an accessible yet far from ordinary example of Bourgogne. Its stylistic characteristics emerge in the sensory profile: intense ruby color with violet reflections; the nose surprises with notes of ripe sour cherry and redcurrant, hints of violet and black pepper, and a touch of humus, while the palate offers a fluid texture, lively acidity, and delicate tannins supporting a clean, long, almost contemplative finish. Within the producer’s range, Athenais is positioned as a distinguished entry point into the world of Epineuil, offering a wine that invites discovery of the area’s biodiversity without sacrificing a recognizable identity and stylistic continuity over time. In line with the STELT positioning, this wine is intended for those seeking substance, refinement, and an authentic connection with the land, capable of accompanying simple moments and special occasions without demanding grand words, but offering a clearly defined gustatory truth.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Athenais","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778828153157,"sku":"ATH-BOUEPIROU-BOU-18-075","price":44.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Athenais-Bourgogne-Epineuil-Rouge-2018-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788873649"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/collections\/Athenais-Bourgogne-Epineuil-Rouge-2018-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1790266448","url":"https:\/\/steltwines.com\/en\/collections\/athenais.oembed","provider":"STELT - Vini Pregiati \u0026 Champagne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}