Anders Frederik Steen

Chef, sommelier (for Noma!), restaurateur, activist, winemaker—Anders Frederik Steen is a busy, creative force whose name is in easy company with the word "iconoclast." Since 2013, he’s set his attention to making natural, eclectic wines from the Ardèche region in France. 

 Anders’ wines are made from red grapes, which are either pressed directly or destemmed by hand, and white grapes pressed directly in a beautiful old wooden press. The finished wines are bottled unfiltered, unfined, with zero additions. What you get in the bottle is a thoughtful, original expression of this part of France, as well as an expression of a thoughtful, original personality.

About the Winemaker

Anders Frederik Steen

Anders Frederik Steen, renowned as a chef, sommelier (with Noma!), restaurateur, activist, and now winemaker, has carved a unique path in the world of wine, particularly focusing on natural, eclectic wines from France's Ardèche region since 2013. Collaborating with Jean-Marc Brignot initially, he established the label Foxy Foxy Nature Wildlife before venturing into his eponymous wines. His unconventional approach encompasses spontaneous fermentation in open-top containers, emphasizing a hands-on process that begins with tasting each grape variety at harvest.

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The Region

Ardeche, France

Ardèche, nestled in the rugged terrain of southern France, has emerged as a vibrant hub for natural winemaking, drawing enthusiasts seeking pure, unadulterated expressions of terroir. With its diverse microclimates and limestone-rich soils, Ardèche offers a playground for innovative winemakers committed to organic and biodynamic practices. In this region, winemaking is a holistic endeavor, with minimal intervention in the cellar and a profound respect for the rhythms of nature. Grapes are often hand-harvested, fermented spontaneously, and aged in a variety of vessels, from old oak barrels to amphorae, allowing the wines to evolve with authenticity and character. The resulting wines, whether white, red, or orange, captivate with their vitality, showcasing the unique flavors and textures of Ardèche's land and reflecting the vision and passion of its pioneering vignerons.