Vinlexikon/Röda druvor/Gamay
Rött vinBurgundy, France

Gamay

Även känd som: 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.

KroppLight
SyraHigh
TanninerLow
SötmaDry
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In 1395, Duke Philip the Bold of Burgundy banned Gamay, calling it 'wicked and disloyal' to protect Pinot Noir.

👃 Provningsanteckningar

Primära smaker

CherryRaspberryStrawberry

Sekundära smaker

BananaBubblegumViolet

Aromer

Fresh berriesPeonyEarth

🌍 Kända vinregioner

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

🍽️ Perfekta matkombinationer

Charcuterie
Roast chicken
Salmon
Light cheeses
Thanksgiving dinner

🌡️ Serveringsguide

Temperatur

12-14°C (54-57°F)

Glaskoppstyp

Burgundy glass

Dekantering

Not necessary

Lagringspotential

1-10 years for Cru Beaujolais

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