Wines made from Gamay noir grapes of Australie du Sud-Est
Discover the best wines made with Gamay noir as a single variety or as a blend of Australie du Sud-Est.
Light, juicy reds, low in tannins with crunchy freshness, showing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, banana (from carbonic maceration) and peony. Easy-drinking style of Beaujolais Nouveau, more structured and mineral on the granites of the ten crus (Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Brouilly). Also in Touraine, Auvergne and Swiss Romande. A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc.
Macro blending zone covering the southern half of the country (NSW, Victoria, Tasmania, parts of SA and QLD). Accessible, vintage-consistent brand wines: supple fruity Shiraz (blackberry, sweet spice), round Cabernet Sauvignon, gourmet Merlot, opulent Chardonnay (yellow fruit, vanilla), lively Sauvignon Blanc, lemony Sémillon. Status created for export and major international brands. From aperitif to everyday, an affordable, fruity expression of the Australian style.