Beaujolais is the lifeblood of Lyon, and is even referred to as its ‘Third River’. This wine region just north of the city makes delicious, juicy red wines from the Gamay grape. Besides Beaujolais Nouveau, there are 12 appellations in Beaujolais that you need to know about.
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