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A red wine grape varietal once thought to have been the true Gamay grape of France's Beaujolais region. In the 1970's the grape was identified as one of the many clones of Pinot Noir. The confusion has brought about a new law stating that no wine bearing the name Gamay Beaujolais may be bottled after April 9, 2007. Labeling as Gamay Beaujolais is allowed until that time, however, the wine must be made from at least 75% Pinot Noir and/or Valdiguié grapes and that fact must be stated on the label.
Characteristics: The wine is typically a light to medium bodied, fresh, sweet wine with berry flavors. Exhibits the same characteristics and style of Pinot Noir.
Ageing: Gamay Beaujolais is consumed very young. It is known as a “nouveau” wine and is released annually on the 3rd Thursday of November by French and California winemakers.
Serving temperature: Serve slightly chilled, 55º F.
Food Pairings: Hearty dishes, rich sauces, and honey baked ham.
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A grape varietal, most notably known as Chardonnay, used in the production of white and sparkling wine. Where the Chardonnay varietal originated has not been verified, but it has ... |
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| A grape varietal most notably known as Gamay, used in the production of red wine, originating in the Beaujolais region of France. The grape is also grown in Austria and the United ... |
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| Pronounced bo-jo-lay. A regional wine from the town of Beaujolais in the Burgundy region of France. Beaujolais Nouveau (noovo) is a style of Beaujolais released annually on the ... |
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| A grape varietal, used in the production of red wine, originating in the Beaujolais region of France. The grape is also grown in Austria and the United States (CA). Gamay varietal ... |
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| Pronounced bo-jo-lay. A regional wine from the town of Beaujolais in the Burgundy region of France. Beaujolais Nouveau (noovo) is a style of Beaujolais released annually on the ... |
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