Gamay

Written by Madeline Puckette

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A fruity, floral and sometimes earthy light-bodied red that is the main variety planted in Beaujolais. Outside of France, Gamay has a tiny but devoted following.

Primary Flavors

  • Pomegranate
  • Blackberry Bramble
  • Violet
  • Potting Soil
  • Peony

Taste Profile

Dry

Medium-light Body

None Tannins

Medium-high Acidity

10–11.5% ABV

Handling

  • SERVE
    55–60°F / 12-15°C

  • GLASS TYPE
    Aroma Collector

  • DECANT
    30 Minutes

  • CELLAR
    3–5 Years

Food Pairing

One of just a few red wines that pairs with all manner of dishes from sweet and sour salmon steaks to beef stroganoff to sesame tempeh.

Written byMadeline Puckette

James Beard Award-winning author and Wine Communicator of the Year. I co-founded Wine Folly to help people learn about wine. @WineFolly