Gamay is a purple-colored grape variety used to make red wines, most notably grown in Beaujolais and in the Loire Valley around Tours. Its full name is Gamay Noir à Jus Blanc. It is a very old cultivar, mentioned as long ago as the 15th century. It has been often cultivated because it makes for abundant production; however, it can produce wines o... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamay
Where it comes from: The red grape of Beaujolais. Flavour profile: Makes juicy, fruity red wines with flavours of cherries, sometimes with a rubbery edge and hints of bananas. Where to find it: Seldom encountered outside Beaujolais, it is also grown in the Mâcon region, the Loire (Anjou and Touraine) and California.
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