Wines made from Gamay noir grapes of Beaujolais
Discover the best wines made with Gamay noir as a single variety or as a blend of Beaujolais.
More informations about the variety Gamay noir
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.
More informations about the region of Beaujolais
Kingdom of Gamay (98% of the vineyard): fruity, accessible reds with signature notes of cherry, raspberry, banana (carbonic maceration), violet and sweet spices, supple tannins and juicy acidity. From festive Beaujolais Nouveau (3rd Thursday of November) to the 10 more structured, age-worthy Crus: deep earthy Morgon, sturdy Moulin-à-Vent, floral Fleurie, crunchy Brouilly. Some lively Chardonnay. 12,000 ha south of Burgundy, granitic soils.
What are the typical flavors of the Gamay noir grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 88% of Gamay noir
- EarthPresent in 64% of Gamay noir
- Black fruitPresent in 60% of Gamay noir
- StrawberriesPresent in 58% of Gamay noir
- CherryPresent in 58% of Gamay noir
- OakPresent in 54% of Gamay noir
- RaspberryPresent in 52% of Gamay noir
- SpicesPresent in 52% of Gamay noir
- MicrobioPresent in 48% of Gamay noir
- Red fruitPresent in 46% of Gamay noir
- Non oakPresent in 44% of Gamay noir
- EarthyPresent in 26% of Gamay noir
- CranberryPresent in 25% of Gamay noir
- BlackberryPresent in 22% of Gamay noir
- MineralityPresent in 22% of Gamay noir
- Tropical fruitPresent in 21% of Gamay noir
- FloralPresent in 21% of Gamay noir
- PlumPresent in 20% of Gamay noir
- Red cherryPresent in 19% of Gamay noir
- PepperPresent in 19% of Gamay noir
Discover the best wines made with Gamay noir of Beaujolais
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