The article highlights the seasonal nature of wine writing, particularly focusing on Beaujolais Nouveau and its annual celebrations. It emphasizes the fun and convivial spirit associated with this wine, illustrated by women in Swansea preparing for Beaujolais Day. Despite its primary attention in November, the article argues that Beaujolais wines are enjoyable throughout winter, especially when served chilled. It also points out the diverse terroir of the Beaujolais region, which boasts over 300 soil variants, enhancing the variety of wines available, from casual everyday options to higher-quality crus.
Although mainstream appreciation for beaujolais tends to taper off by the start of December, it's actually quite brilliant for drinking all winter long.
The sheer variety of beaujolais is also flattened by our perceptions of it... Beaujolais was named a UNESCO Global Geopark, after a nine-year field study discovered more than 300 soil variants.
Chilled reds aren't just for summer, they're made for a winter life en terrasse—these are wines that sing when they dip a few degrees below room temperature.
Bog-standard beaujolais is low in tannin and high in frivolity... the region's 10 crus offer variety for any genre of red wine drinker.
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