Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau (2020)
750mL / Beaujolais / France
Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau 2021 is a young and fruity red wine made from the Gamay grape variety, using the carbonic maceration technique. This technique involves fermenting whole grape clusters in a carbon dioxide-rich environment, causing the grapes to ferment inside their skins, resulting in a wine with bright fruit flavors and low tannins.
In terms of flavor profile, this wine is known for its juicy red fruit aromas of raspberry, cherry, and cranberry, along with subtle floral notes. On the palate, it is light-bodied, refreshing, and easy to drink, with flavors of red berries and a hint of spice. The tannins are soft, making it an ideal wine for casual drinking or pairing with a variety of foods.
As a Beaujolais Nouveau wine, it is released only a few weeks after the grape harvest, and meant to be consumed young and fresh. It is typically enjoyed as a festive wine to celebrate the end of harvest season and the arrival of winter. This wine can be paired with a variety of foods such as roast chicken, grilled sausages, charcuterie boards, and cheese platters.