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Domaine des Nugues 2005 Quintessence du Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

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This is a fine example of how well some Beaujolais can age. The fruit is fading but it has been replaced by a wine with fine maturity, rich, concentrated, showing sweet tannins over still-fresh acidity. There is just a hint of wood aging to underline the richness of the wine. — R.V. (11/1/2009)

Domaine des Nugues 2006 Quintessence de Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

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A supremely ripe wine, the fruit fitting well into the structure, which shows the perfumed, enticing character of Gamay. Flavors of red plums mingle with the lightest touch of tannins, the full-bodied character of the wine just edged with fresh acidity. As its name suggests, if you want to taste Gamay, this wine says it all. — R.V. (11/1/2009)

Domaine Rochette 2008 Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

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An excellent, full-bodied, intensely fruity wine. It is big, ripe, the black cherry and red plum flavors bursting out, spiced with some wood. This is very drinkable now, but in 6–9 months, this will bring in some textured tannins as well. — R.V. (11/1/2009)

Château du Chatelard 2007 Vieilles Vignes Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

Price $15

Good structured fruit, with ripe sweet cherry flavors, appears alongside hints of raspberries. Fresh, but with some weight and solidity. — R.V. (9/1/2008)

Terroirs et Talents 2006 Château de la Terrière Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

A hint of wood is a good sign of the richness and balance of this wine. There is some dryness and tautness to go with its black cherry and plum-skin flavors. There is a big and bold fruity aftertaste. — R.V. (9/1/2008)

Domaine Dominique Piron 2009 Domaine de la Chanaise Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

Price $14

Ripe red cherry fruit, laced with refreshing acidity, gives this wine a great lift and liveliness. Its fruit goes right through the palate, with soft tannins as a backdrop. Drink this year. — R.V. (7/1/2011)

Louis Jadot 2010 Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

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Price $10

A wine that combines richness with sweet cherry flavors and a firm tannic edge. Acidity and ripeness have produced a structured, food-friendly wine. — R.V. (4/1/2012)

Domaine de la Madone 2011 Nouveau Gamay (Beaujolais-Villages)

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Price $13

With some weight, this is a smooth red-fruited wine with just a hint of bananas. The balance works well, marrying acidity and light tannins. Fruity and attractive. — R.V. (4/1/2012)

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