Wines made from Gamay noir grapes of Côtes de Millau
Discover the best wines made with Gamay noir as a single variety or as a blend of Côtes de Millau.
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 South West
AOC from Aveyron (2011) on the steep slopes of the Tarn gorges. Gamay and Syrah (≥30% each) produce fruity, tannic reds with lively notes of red fruits, blackcurrant, violet, pepper and a herbal-spicy touch, firm tannins and altitude freshness. Fer Servadou and Duras add autochthonous structure. Chenin produces taut, floral whites with stone fruits and a mineral edge.