Juicy, joyful Gamay — from glugging Nouveau to serious, age-worthy Crus.
Just south of Burgundy, Beaujolais grows Gamay on granite hills. The ten Cru villages in the north make structured, characterful reds that can age for a decade — a world away from the fruity Nouveau released each November.
Country
France
Climate
Semi-continental, granite hills
Key grapes
Gamay, Chardonnay
Areas to know
6
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Morgon
Deepest, most structured Cru
Fleurie
Floral and silky
Moulin-à-Vent
Powerful — ages like Burgundy
Brouilly
Fruity and approachable
Juliénas
Spicy and firm
Beaujolais-Villages
Great value, granite-grown fruit
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Beaujolais is pure red-fruit pleasure — lovely slightly chilled. If you want more depth, go for a Cru like Morgon.”
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