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Gamay

Ook bekend als: Gamay Noir

The grape of Beaujolais, Gamay produces light, fruity, low-tannin wines meant to be enjoyed young. Famous for Beaujolais Nouveau, but also makes serious, age-worthy Cru wines.

BodyLight
ZuurgehalteHigh
TanninesLow
ZoetheidDry
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In 1395, Duke Philip the Bold of Burgundy banned Gamay, calling it 'wicked and disloyal' to protect Pinot Noir.

👃 Proefnotities

Primaire smaken

CherryRaspberryStrawberry

Secundaire smaken

BananaBubblegumViolet

Aroma's

Fresh berriesPeonyEarth

🌍 Beroemde wijnregio's

Beaujolais

France
Defining the grape

The home of Gamay, from simple to complex Crus

Morgon

France
Serious Gamay

Most structured Cru, can age like Burgundy

Fleurie

France
Finesse

Most elegant Cru with floral aromatics

Oregon

USA
New World Gamay

Cool climate produces fresh, vibrant wines

🍽️ Perfecte spijscombinaties

Charcuterie
Roast chicken
Salmon
Light cheeses
Thanksgiving dinner

🌡️ Serveertips

Temperatuur

12-14°C (54-57°F)

Glastype

Burgundy glass

Decanteren

Not necessary

Rijpingspotentieel

1-10 years for Cru Beaujolais

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