Is Burgundy same as Beaujolais?
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Is Burgundy same as Beaujolais?
Not only are they close, the Beaujolais region is, technically speaking, part of the same administrative region as Burgundy. But Beaujolais isn’t Burgundy. It’s very much its own thing, with its own terroir, history, winemaking styles, personalities. And important for most of us wine lovers: with much lower prices.
Is Beaujolais in Rhone?
Beaujolais is an important wine region of eastern France, famous for its vibrant, fruity red wines made from Gamay. It is located immediately south of Burgundy, of which it is sometimes considered to be a part, despite being within the Rhone administrative region.
What grape is grown in Beaujolais?
Gamay
Beaujolais
| Wine region | |
|---|---|
| Total area | 10,500 ha |
| Grapes produced | Gamay with a little Pinot noir (and the local variation of Pinot Liébault), Chardonnay, Aligoté, Pinot gris (known locally as Pinot Beurot), Pinot blanc and Melon de Bourgogne |
| Wine produced | Beaujolais, Beaujolais Villages, cru Beaujolais, Beaujolais Nouveau |
Should Beaujolais wine be chilled?
Using the varietal Gamay, the wines of Beaujolais should be slightly chilled and served just below room temperature in order to accentuate the refreshing fruit notes that are naturally present. These wines are intended to be approachable, unpretentious, easy drinking, and fun.
Is Beaujolais a good wine?
Nearly all wine made in Beaujolais is red, made from the Gamay grape. Bright with acid and bursting with cherry and strawberry tastes, unburdened by big tannins, the Beaujolais crus are among the best values in the wine world, bar none, given that they rarely top $60 and most remain well under that price.
What is the closest wine to a Pinot Noir?
Gamay, found most notably in Beaujolais, is a light-bodied red wine that’s similar in taste to Pinot Noir. In fact, this variety is a cousin of Pinot Noir and it grows primarily next to Burgundy, France (Pinot motherland) in a region called Beaujolais.
What are the three different quality levels of Beaujolais?
The wines of Beaujolais are divided into three in three Classifications: Beaujolais, Beaujolais Villages, and Beaujolais Crus.
How do you drink Beaujolais wine?
How should I drink Beaujolais Nouveau? Chilled. Unlike most red wines, you will want to put a Nouveau bottle in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes before drinking, as a slight chill will bring out the fresh flavors.
When should I drink Beaujolais wine?
Drink Beaujolais nouveau as soon as possible; you can keep it unopened until the new year, but it’s best to drink it before the following May – a six month shelf life. If you age it too long, it will develop flat flavors with a distinct lack of fruitiness or even a heavy vinegar aroma.