What to eat with Beaujolais Nouveau during your first tasting?
From charcuterie to autumnal delights, elevate your celebration with pairings that complement this vibrant wine!
Read Beaujolais with context.
Reporting, recommendations and enduring guides for understanding the region before you arrive or open a bottle.
A new chapter for Beaujolais wines that inspire
A new generation of winemakers is revitalizing Beaujolais, transforming it from a festive tradition into a global wine icon.
Which Beaujolais to serve for Thanksgiving?
Discover the ultimate guide to pairing Beaujolais with Thanksgiving classics. From turkey to cranberry sauce, find the perfect wine for every dish.
Autumn in Beaujolais: a celebration of wine, harvest, and tradition
Autumn transforms Beaujolais into a picturesque haven of vibrant colors, grape harvests, and festive traditions.
Beyond Bordeaux: why Beaujolais stands alone without "second wines"?
Unlike Bordeaux’s famous second wines, Beaujolais takes a different path, focusing on unique terroir expressions rather than hierarchical labels.
Why is sugar sometimes added to Beaujolais? The Secret Winemakers Don’t Talk About!
In Beaujolais, some vintages reveal a well-kept secret: the addition of sugar, known as chaptalization. Traditional practice or controversial intervention—why do winemakers sometimes choose this technique? Deep dive into the fascinating history and uncertain future of a method that divides wine enthusiasts.
Where Is the Beaujolais Wine Region?
Nestled between Lyon and Burgundy, the Beaujolais wine region is famed for its rolling hills, granite soils, and vibrant Gamay wines. Let’s dive into where exactly this region is and what makes it special.
Beaujolais and the Rhône: a river’s role in wine trade history
How the Rhône River helped Beaujolais wines reach new shores, shaping winemaking practices and establishing the region’s fame in markets near and far.
Morgon’s secret: understanding the term "Morgonne"
Discover the fascinating process behind the transformation of Morgon wines, known as "morgonne," and learn why this Beaujolais cru stands out for its ability to age like no other.
How to aerate wine in seconds: a Sommelier’s secret hack
Forgot to decant the wine? A sommelier shares a surprising hack that can aerate your wine in seconds—no fancy gadgets required!
Inheritance taxes are crushing Beaujolais winemakers: will the next generation survive?
As vineyard values in Beaujolais rise, family-run operations are facing an inheritance tax crisis. This article explores how heavy tax burdens are forcing families to sell their cherished vineyards, and what reforms winemakers are calling for to preserve their heritage.
Tressallier, Aligoté, Gouais and Pinot Noir: the lost grapes of Beaujolais
From the rare Tressallier to the once-common Pinot Noir, learn how these historic grapes are finding new life in the region’s evolving vineyards.
Beaujolais wine shakes up the street food game
Beaujolais isn’t just for fine dining! Discover how this versatile wine pairs perfectly with street food, from tacos al pastor to bánh mì, and elevate your casual dining experience.
Inside the bubble: the bold art of carbonic maceration in Beaujolais
Learn the secrets behind the bright, fruity style of Beaujolais wines through the art of carbonic maceration—a winemaking technique that sets this region apart.
38 shades of terroir
Discover the 38 villages behind Beaujolais Villages, where northern terroirs and expert winemaking craft wines of complexity and depth.
The soul of Beaujolais: the fine line between AOC and Villages
Curious about the differences between Beaujolais and Beaujolais Villages?
Beaujolais Blanc: the white wine you've never heard of (but should be drinking)
Why stick to red? Beaujolais Blanc will blow your mind – Chardonnay from Beaujolais is the region’s best-kept secret. Crisp, vibrant, and wildly underrated, it’s time to ditch the reds !
Unraveling the influence of Beaujolais soils
In Beaujolais, the wines are shaped as much by the land as by the grape. How the region’s diverse soils, from granite-rich hills to clay valleys, influence the flavors and styles of its most celebrated wines ?