Gamay
Gamay is the sole red grape in the Beaujolais region of France. Gamay can produce numerous styles of wine, from the fresh, fruity and easy-to-drink Beaujolais Nouveau to the serious, more concentrated and age-worthy Beaujolais Crus. Gamay-based wines commonly produce aromas and flavors of bright red cherry and strawberry against a soft mouthfeel of moderate acidity and delicate tannins. You can use Wine Enthusiast’s online Buying Guide to find the top-rated Gamay among our extensive Gamay wine reviews and easy-to-use database. Our Gamay reviews will give you a general idea what to expect from wines made from Gamay, and will help you find one that best suits your needs.
Domaine Dominique Piron 2009 Côte de Py Gamay (Morgon)
- Cellar Selection
- $21
A very fine Beaujolais, from this premier hillside in Morgon that brings together red cherry and plum fruits on one side and firm tannins on the other. Big and concentrated, for aging over three years and more.
— R.V.
(7/1/2011)
Château des Jacques 2010 Clos du Grand Carquelin Gamay (Moulin-à-Vent)
- $34
A finely perfumed wine, touched with wood, Beaujolais in a Burgundy style, structured and with intense acidity. It is packed with firm tannins, surrounded by a lively cherry and rich fruit character.
— R.V.
(10/1/2011)
Jacques Charlet 2009 Champ de Cour Gamay (Moulin-à-Vent)
- Cellar Selection
Such a concentrated wine, with the intensity of red Burgundy but with the juiciness of Beaujolais. Swathes of smooth fruit wash around the palate, coupled with a touch of minerality and a dense texture. Age for 2–3 years and more.
— R.V.
(10/1/2011)
Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine Montchavy Gamay (Morgon)
- Best Buy
- $14
Dark-hued wine, dominated by acidity as well as firm tannins. It shows solid, chunky structure, ripe fruit and plenty of sweetness. Of course, there is acidity as well, the charm of Gamay coming through in the fresh cherry flavors. Age 2–3 years.
— R.V.
(10/1/2011)
Paul Beaudet 2009 Clos de la Brosse Gamay (Saint-Amour)
- Cellar Selection
- $23
The rare ripeness of the 2009 vintage is shown in the high alcohol, for Beaujolais at least, of this wine. Not that it shows, except in weight. The acidity is right there along with ripe plums. An ageworthy, finely concentrated wine.
— R.V.
(10/1/2011)
Paul Beaudet 2009 Côte du Py Gamay (Morgon)
- Cellar Selection
- $26
From two different domaines on the Côte de Py slope, this is a dense, firm wine, very solid and powerful. The wine has opulence under its structure, with rich plum and sweet jelly flavors. Worth aging for another year.
— R.V.
(10/1/2011)
Château de la Terrière 2009 Gamay (Moulin-à-Vent)
A wine that combines richness with a great structure. It is ripe, smoky, the red fruits rich and concentrated. A wine that is packed with juicy fruit and also with a good aging potential.
— R.V.
(10/1/2011)
Château des Jacques 2011 Clos de Rochegrès Gamay (Moulin-à-Vent)
This is rich, spicy and full of red cherry flavor. It also has a dark, firm structure from the granite-based soil. The acidity that cuts through the fruit lends balance. Age this for 2–3 years.
— R.V.
(3/1/2013)
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