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Rooftop Reds at Brooklyn Navy Yard

Rooftop Reds at Brooklyn Navy Yard

When I say Beaujolais, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? From the fun, fruity Nouveau to the structured, somm-favorite Crus, Beaujolais has something for everyone. 

Last week we had an immersive night filled with good times and delicious Beaujolais with the one & only Sommelier Jeff Harding at Rooftop Red. We had the opportunity to taste through a fabulous lineup of Beaujolais from a wide spectrum of different appellations while enjoying a thoughtfully paired dinner and graced virtually by the fantastic winemakers from their vineyards in Beaujolais. A lovely night with a group of old & new friends, drinking good wines with good food - Beaujonomie indeed!

The full lineup:

  • Domaine Piron Beaujolais Rosé 2020

  • Domaine de Thulon Beaujolais Village Blanc 2019

  • Marine Descombe Beaujolais-Village 2018 

  • Domaine Julien Sunier Morgon 2019

  • Domaine les Capreoles Regnie Diaclase 2018

  • Michel Guignier Les Amethystes Chiroubles 2018

  • Domaine du Petit Pérou Pisse Vieille Brouilly 2018

  • Domaine des Marrans Fleurie 2019

So, what makes Beaujolais special? Located in Southern Burgundy, France, Beaujolais is made from Gamay and is typically medium red in color, with a relatively light body and a fruity, refreshing taste. Beaujolais produces a full range of styles and also offers a relatively inexpensive alternative to similar styles from nearby Burgundy. Ask any sommelier about their favorite wines to put on the menu as well as to pair with food - it’s a safe bet that Beaujolais is on that list. While the Beaujolais Red makes up over 98% of the region’s production, a small percentage of Beaujolais White - made from Chardonnay and Aligoté - are also available and equally delicious.

There are several forms of Beaujolais: Beaujolais - simple & best value, Beaujolais Village - more complex,  as well as Beaujolais Cru - robust, structured, often age-worthy. There are 10 Crus in Beaujolais, each one has its own personality and charm - making exploring the world of Cru Beaujolais much more fun! They can be difficult to remember and understand, luckily, our friend Erik has a brilliant way to describe them!! Makes it so much easier to wrap your mind (and mouth!) around while also being able to easily convey their styles.

  • Brouilly/Côte de Brouilly = Bouncy

  • Morgon = Massive

  • Régnié = Regal

  • Chiroubles = Chewy

  • Fleurie = Floral

  • Moulin-à-Vent = Monstrous

  • Saint-Amour = Savory

  • Juliénas = Juicy

  • Chénas = Crunchy

Which cru is right for you?

This article was created in partnership with @DiscoverBojo.