Gamay is a fun, playful, and delicious grape. Its reputation is dominated by Beaujolais Nouveau, a simple primeur wine whose popularity peaked in the 1970s and 80s. Since the early 2000s, the 10 Beaujolais Cru appellations have distinguished Gamay as a more serious variety among sommeliers and people in the know. Gamay is a fantastic food wine, especially when grilling or assembling a smorgasbord of diverse flavors.

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PRODUCERS TO KNOW

Domaine de la Voûte des Crozes

Maison Piron

Marcel Lapierre

Domaine Julien Sunier

CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

00:44 Appearance

01:14 Aromas

02:18 Palate and Structure

02:42 Distinctions for blind tasting

03:07 History

04:17 Viticulture

05:27 Winemaking

07:13 Service and Food Pairing

09:00 Producers to Know