Domaine Benoit Ente Bourgogne Aligote Cuvee Antichone 2024
(Burgundy, France)

About the Winemaker:

Domaine Benoit Ente, nestled in the renowned Puligny-Montrachet village, is led by Benoit Ente, the younger brother of the acclaimed Arnaud Ente. Benoit's winemaking journey began in the late 1980s, but it wasn't until 1997 that he acquired his own vineyards, inheriting less than 4 hectares predominantly in Puligny-Montrachet, with small plots in Chassagne-Montrachet and Meursault.

While Benoit has been making wine since the late 80s, it wasn’t until 1997 that he was able to acquire his own vineyards. He inherited less than 4 hectares almost exclusively in Puligny Montrachet, as well as small plots in Chassagne Montrachet and Meursault.

Domaine Benoit Ente's wines are celebrated for their balance of power, fruit richness, bright acidity, extract, complexity, purity, and aging potential. With a strong connection to the land and a commitment to expressing the terroir, Benoit Ente has emerged from his brother's shadow, establishing himself as a first-class winemaker in the heart of Burgundy.

Antichtone is a cuvée made from the Aligoté grape variety, sourced from three parcels—two planted by Benoît’s grandfather in 1949 and 1953, and a third planted by Benoît in 2002. To control yield and maintain the grape’s balance, pruning is carried out exclusively using the cordon de Royat method.

Allen Meadows’ Bughound:
The racy, delicious and beautifully detailed flavors exude a subtle minerality on the dry, crisp and refreshing finish. To enjoy young for the fruit.