On today's show, Mark and Jessica take a deep dive into all things Beaujolais. Instead of spending too much time on Nouveau, they focus on the various Cru (the 10 villages in the north of the appellation) and all the other points that make Beaujolais serious yet approachable and fun wine.

Additional commentary from Erik Segelbaum and Stephane Lardet (audio compliments of Sopexa)

Erik Siegelbaum is founder of the consulting firm Somlyay.

Stephane Lardet is partner of Maison Le Nid.

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