Are there Grand crus in Beaujolais?

The 10 Crus, from north to south are St-Amour, Juliénas, Chénas, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Chiroubles, Morgon, Régnié, Brouilly, and Côte de Brouilly.

How many Beaujolais crus are there?

10 Crus
There are 10 Crus of Beaujolais, all in the north and producing only red wines. Usually, the labels will simply state the name of the Cru….10 Beaujolais Crus

• Saint-Amour. The perfect Valentine’s Day wine.
• Juliénas.
• Chénas.
• Moulin-à-Vent.
• Fleurie.
• Chiroubles.
• Morgon.
• Régnié

Which Beaujolais is the best quality?

Here, 7 bottles sure to get you hooked on Cru Beaujolais:

• 2015 Marcel Lapierre Morgon ($32)
• 2014 Jean Foillard Fleurie ($45)
• 2015 Damien Coquelet Chiroubles ($22)
• 2015 Jean-Claude Lapalu Brouilly Vieilles Vignes ($28)
• 2015 Laurence & Rémi Dufaitre Côte-de-Brouilly ($28)

What are the three different quality levels of Beaujolais?

The wines of Beaujolais are divided into three in three Classifications: Beaujolais, Beaujolais Villages, and Beaujolais Crus.

• Beaujolais AOC. Straightforwardly delicious wines, coming mostly from the south.
• Beaujolais Villages AOC.
• Beaujolais Crus.

What is a cru Beaujolais?

Cru Beaujolais, the highest category of classification in Beaujolais, account for the production within ten villages/areas in the foothills of the Beaujolais mountains. Unlike Burgundy and Alsace, the phrase cru in Beaujolais refers to an entire wine-producing area rather than an individual vineyard.

Why was Gamay outlawed?

In July 1395, the Duke of Burgundy Philippe the Bold outlawed the cultivation of the grape, referring to it as the “disloyal Gaamez” that in spite of its ability to grow in abundance was full of “very great and horrible harshness”, due in part to the variety’s occupation of land that could be used for the more “elegant …

How long can you age Cru Beaujolais?

10 years
Given that Beaujolais is light and fruit-driven, most wines are best consumed within the first year or two of bottling (apart from Beaujolais Nouveau, which should be consumed as soon as possible). The best cru Beaujolais, however, is capable of aging for up to 10 years.

Is Cote du Rhone a Beaujolais?

Côtes du Rhône are the basic AOC wines of the Rhône region, and exist as red, white and rosé wines, generally dominated by Grenache for reds and rosés, or Grenache blanc for whites….Côtes du Rhône AOC.

Wine region
Type	Appellation d’origine contrôlée
Year established	Est. 1937. Used since 1650.
Country	France
Part of	Rhône wine

Are Gamay and Beaujolais the same?

Are Gamay and Beaujolais the Same Thing? Basically! All red wines bottled with a Beaujolais appellation will be crafted from gamay grapes, save for Beaujolais blanc, which is produced from chardonnay. Not all gamay wine is made in Beaujolais, although it is the major wine-producing region for the grape.

Is Gamay the same as Gamay Noir?

Gamay (“Gam-may” aka Gamay Noir) is a light-bodied red wine that’s similar in taste to Pinot Noir. In fact, this variety is a cousin of Pinot Noir and it grows primarily next to Burgundy, France (Pinot motherland) in a region called Beaujolais.

Can you drink old Beaujolais Villages?

Regular Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages (not Nouveau) should be consumed within 2 years of the vintage date on the bottle. Cru Beaujolais (we’ll get to that in a hot minute) is usually safe up to 3 years, but some can even last to 10 years depending on the vintage.

When should you drink Beaujolais?

Given that Beaujolais is light and fruit-driven, most wines are best consumed within the first year or two of bottling (apart from Beaujolais Nouveau, which should be consumed as soon as possible).

Is Pinot Noir like Beaujolais?

Gamay, found most notably in Beaujolais, is a light-bodied red wine that’s similar in taste to Pinot Noir. In fact, this variety is a cousin of Pinot Noir and it grows primarily next to Burgundy, France (Pinot motherland) in a region called Beaujolais.

Do you put Beaujolais in the fridge?

Avoid the fridge! Beaujolais likes to be cool, as we have seen, but not cold. Avoid using the fridge for longer than an hour otherwise you will mute the flavours and impede the characteristics of the wine.

Why is Beaujolais served cold?

Using the varietal Gamay, the wines of Beaujolais should be slightly chilled and served just below room temperature in order to accentuate the refreshing fruit notes that are naturally present. These wines are intended to be approachable, unpretentious, easy drinking, and fun.

Is Beaujolais sweet or dry?

Traditional red Beaujolais Nouveau is not a sweet wine. Since Beaujolais Nouveau contains 100 % Gamay black grapes, it tastes fruitier and more jammy than the regular dry red wine. On the flip side, red and rose sparkling Beaujolais, easily available in France, is sweet in taste.

What is Beaujolais called in Australia?

Gamay
Australian Beaujolais (Gamay)

Is Beaujolais a sweet or dry wine?

Is it bad to refrigerate red wine?

Just as you store open white wine in the refrigerator, you should refrigerate red wine after opening. Beware that more subtle red wines, like Pinot Noir, can start turning “flat” or taste less fruit-driven after a few days in the refrigerator.

Where are the Grand Cru villages in Beaujolais?

There are nine villages in the northern part of Beaujolais that have the Grand Cru designation and they are worth remembering, as they normally do not list Beaujolais on the label.

What is Beaujolais cru wine?

The cru takes its name from a windmill near the vineyards. Often referred to as “The Queen of Beaujolais,” the wines showcase lush red fruit and floral notes along with a signature silkiness. Soils composed primarily of pink granite dominate the landscape here.

What are the 10 crus of Beaujolais?

These wines represent the best of the Beaujolais: serious, delicious, and often age-worthy wines. The 10 Crus, from north to south are St-Amour, Juliénas, Chénas, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Chiroubles, Morgon, Régnié, Brouilly, and Côte de Brouilly. Each one has its own personality, its own charms.

What is this wine map of Beaujolais?

This wine map of Beaujolais has been designed by Wine Scholar Guild to illustrate the French Wine Scholar™ study & certification program. This map is made available for individuals to use for thei… This wine map of Beaujolais has been designed by Wine Scholar Guild to illustrate the French Wine Scholar™ study & certification program.