The Beaujolais Spectrum: From Fresh to Profound

From Pierres Dorées to Moulin-à-Vent, here’s why Beaujolais deserves a real spot on your fall and winter lists.

Every November, Beaujolais pops back into everyone’s mind, and usually because of Nouveau. It’s fun, it’s festive, and it has its place. But if that’s where we stop, we miss what really makes this region special.

Beaujolais is one of the most expressive wine regions in France. One grape, yes, but so many different voices. From the golden limestone hills in the south up through the granite soils of the Crus, the range is incredible. And for this time of year, Thanksgiving through New Year, these wines overdeliver in every way: freshness, fruit, spice, texture, and above all, food-friendliness.

Here’s what the team and I are excited about right now:

From Pierres Dorées and beyond

Pierre Brossette Rosé & Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Rosé
Two rosés that show just how elegant Gamay can be. Both come from old vines and mineral soils, so you get that lift and precision that works beautifully at the start of a meal. Perfect with charcuterie, roast chicken, and all the holiday sides we love.

Every day, Beaujolais with real identity

Pierre Brossette Beaujolais Cuvée Authentique
Domaine Marion Pral Cuvée Terroir
These two are perfect BTG wines, with bright red fruit, supple texture, and just enough structure to hold up to hearty seasonal dishes. Pral’s Cuvée Terroir, especially, drinks like a lighter cru thanks to 45-year-old vines and great organic farming. This is the style of Beaujolais that surprises guests who think they “know” the region.



The Cru that makes Beaujolais unforgettable

Domaine Marion Pral Moulin-à-Vent
Le Nid Champ de Cour Moulin-à-Vent

If you want to show guests the serious side of Beaujolais, this is it. Granite soils, hand-harvested fruit, and traditional winemaking give these wines depth, ageability, and that gorgeous combination of fruit and spice. They shine with roasted meats, mushrooms, and any rich holiday dish.

Why I’m talking about Beaujolais now

    • It fits holiday menus perfectly; every course, every table.
    • These are small, family producers with real stories you can tell.
    • The value is outstanding for the quality.
    • And frankly, guests don’t expect this level of complexity from Beaujolais… which makes it fun to sell!

This year, I’d encourage you to go beyond the Nouveau moment and lean into the whole spectrum. From fresh rosés to structured Moulin-à-Vent, there is so much here to work with, and it all delivers for the season.

If you need sell sheets, pairings, or want to talk about where these might fit on your list, the team and I are here.

Let’s make Beaujolais shine this season.

À bientôt,
JP

Wines Featured in This Story

Pierre Brossette Rosé

Pale rose in color, the wine opens with aromas of rosehip, white flowers, and red berries. The palate is silky and balanced, with bright acidity and a dry, mineral finish.

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Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Rosé 

This small production rosé, handcrafted by environmentally conscious winemaker Pascal Chatelus, is made from older vines growing on the slopes of the Mont Beaujolais in the region of the Pierres Dorees. 100% Gamay, hand harvested, it has an elegant light rose color, aromas of white flowers, rosehips, and red fruits. On the palate, it is fresh with a silky mouth feel and has a fruity, mineral finish.

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Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Cuvée Terroir

Roses, ripe cherry, and strawberry dominate in the nose and on an exuberantly ripe palate with hints of fruit pit bitterness offering counterpoint. Attractive suggestions of salt and stone, and a soft texture. A landmark AOP Beaujolais bottling that’s more reminiscent of lighter crus such as Fleurie and Brouilly thanks to organic viticulture and 45-year-old vines.

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Pierre Brossette Beaujolais Cuvée Authentique

Pierre Brossette is a historic, family-run estate located in the village of Thiezy, at the heart of Pierres Dorées in southern Beaujolais. Introduced to the JP Bourgeois portfolio by longtime partner Marion Pral, this small estate has been passed down from father to son since 1710, making it one of the oldest in the region. In addition to winemaking, the Brossette family is also a major vine nursery; selling grafted vines across Europe. That deep expertise in viticulture is proudly symbolized by the vine on the label.

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Domaine Marion Pral Moulin-à-Vent

An 800 case production wine made from 45+-year-old vines growing on the slopes of Mount Beaujolais. A complex nose with rich extracted red fruits and berries leads to a sturdy and fruity palate on a subtle layer of soft brown spice. A very elegant cru Beaujolais that can be enjoyed now or aged for up to 6 years.

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2022 Le Nid Camp de Cour

A deep ruby with an elegant nose layered woth cherry, blackcurrant, and blackberry. Feshness and ripe fruit are balanced by fine tannins and ample body, giving harmony to this warm-year wine. Ready now, but will age gracefully for 10–15 years. Decant before serving.

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