Wines made from Gamay noir grapes of Seyssel
Discover the best wines made with Gamay noir as a single variety or as a blend of Seyssel.
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 Savoie
Oldest AOC in Savoie (1942) straddling Ain and Haute-Savoie, Rhône hillsides at the foot of the Grand Colombier, calcareous and molassic soils. Traditional method sparkling wines are the historic signatures (90% Molette + 10% Altesse): fine and taut with notes of green apple, citrus, white flowers, fine brioche and an alpine mineral touch, elegant bubbles after extended lees aging. Still wines on Altesse (Roussette): elegant with hazelnut, citrus and honey notes.