France — wine

Beaujolais Villages

Middle tier of Beaujolais between Beaujolais generic and the ten crus; granite and limestone soils; Gamay of more concentration and character than basic Beaujolais; excellent value.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Classic Beaujolais year; vibrant, juicy Gamay with good concentration.
2022 Warm year; richer Gamay style with depth beyond the norm.
2021 Cool year; elegant, transparent Gamay with mineral freshness.
2020 Outstanding year; Beaujolais Villages of unexpected depth and structure.
2019 Good balance; fruit-forward and approachable.