Beaujolais 2017 - Morrisons

A well-made and inexpensive Beaujolais from Morrisons

Beaujolais is a juicy, gluggable wine made from Gamay in the very south of Burgundy; the region's proximity to Switzerland has traditionally kept prices for entry-level wines in high single figures. By contrast, at the top end, its simple pleasure-giving style keeps prices rarely much above £20.

All but the very best Beaujolais should be drunk within a year or two of the vintage, so now is a good time to be drinking 2017s.

Beaujolais 2017 (£5, Morrisons) juicy dark cherry fruit, spice, florality and freshness with fine, soft tannins.

Good and Good Value.

Drink chilled as an aperitif or match with light starters, such as mozzarella with rocket and tomatoes.