The long awaited Beaujolais nouveau…
Last year we tried a few but these came out as the winners:
Here’s a bit of background if you haven’t heard about Nouveau wines before:
Beaujolais nouveau is a red wine made from Gamay grapes produced in the Beaujolais region of France. It is the most popular vin de primeur, fermented for just a few weeks then officially released for sale on the third Thursday of November.
Arrival of Beaujolais Nouveaux riches
Arrival of fresh and fruity Beaujolais wine a cause for celebration
Nov 19, 2008 – The Toronto Star
Watch a video of Gord Stimmell’s previews of the 2008 Beaujolais nouveau wineshere as well.
LCBO Offerings for this year:
FROM FRANCE:
Bichot Beaujolais Nouveau, $13.45. All cherried candy, chewy style, hints of raspberry. Rating: 87 out of 100
Mommessin Beaujolais Nouveau, $13.45. Black cherry and blackberry jam accents. Rating: 86
Duboeuf Gamay Nouveau, $8.95. Cranberry and cherries, tart on the finish. Rating: 87
Jeanjean Syrah Nouveau, $9.95. Lightweight sweet-edged cherry elements. Rating: 86
FROM ITALY:
Mezzacorona Novio Novello, $9.95. Cherry, licorice and tasty spices. Best value winner. Rating: 89
Novello del Veneto, $9.95. Raspberry, slightly sweet candied fruits. Rating: 87
VINTAGES:
Drouhin Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau, $14.95. Jammy candied cherry and cedar. Rating: 87
Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau, $15.95. Blackberry and cherry, nice structure. Rating: 88
