The Most Banging Beaujolais Wine Pairings

Published by Admin on January 5, 2022January 5, 2022

What is Gamay?

Gamay is a grape variety that grows in the southern part of Burgundy, producing the famous wines of Beaujolais. The grape as legend and history go in the 14th century, the Duke of Burgundy declared Gamay to be exiled from the Côte d’Or in France (he didn’t like the grape’s flavor), saying, it “despicable and disloyal,” paving the way for Pinot Noir’s dominance. Gamay produces lighter red wines in body but with a purple-ruby color with fresh acidity and soft tannins. Flavors and aromas include tart strawberry, raspberry fruits, touches of blueberry, violets, with hints of black pepper and minerals. 

What Food does Gamay Pair Best With?

Gamay is a very versatile wine grape. Like Pinot Noir, it can pair with a wide variety of foods, including fish dishes with salmon and tuna, white meats like pork and chicken, and lighter cuts of red meat. Gamay also rocks out with burgers, especially fast-food, pizza, Chinese, and Indian cuisine.

Great Gamay Food Pairings:

Grilled Salmon

Beaujolais pairs well with fatty fish like salmon and tuna, especially the Beaujolais Cru style like those from Morgan and Fleurie. With its fresh acidity, this wine can also work well with risottos with fish or shellfish. 

Check Out Recipe via Foodie Crush

Coq au Vin

Check Out Recipe via The Endless Meal – Julia Child Style

Stir-Fried Beef w/ Peppers

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Steak Tartare

Check Out Recipe via Alton Brown

Fast Food Style Smash Burgers

For you west coasters grab some In and Out Burgers. For you East Coaster Shack Shack is the ticket!

Ratatouille  

Check Out Recipe via Tasty

Pan-Seared Pork Chops

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Roasted Chicken

Beaujolais’ earthy fruitiness pairs well with delicate and savory flavors, but particularly with white meats like chicken and turkey.

Check Out Recipe via Simply Recipes

Turkey and Bean Chili

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Cheeses

Because Gamay is so versatile it can pair with a bunch of different styles of cheese. Gamay from Beaujolais tends to be light, fresher, and earthier and have the acidity to cut through some creamy, soft, runny, cheeses.

Try milder – strong washed-rind cheeses along with some Alpine style cheeses.

Check out the amazing selection of washed rind and Alpine cheeses from our favorite cheesemongers at MURRAY’S CHEESE! We can help you put together an AMAZING wine and cheese pairing experience!