Description
Beaujolais is one of the last bastions of great value wine in France where fresh and frisky reds made from the loveable Gamay grape are still approachable enough in price to be enjoyed any night of the week.
Here are six of our favourites that won't bust the bank. It's the perfect way to explore this much-loved French wine region at a great price.
- 2023 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages
- 2020 Domaine Andre Colonge & Fils Brouily Gorges de Loup
- 2020 Georges Duboeuf Julienas Chateau des Capitans
- 2022 Le Juice Fleurie
- 2022 Vignerons des Crus du Beaujolais Granitis Beaujolais Villages
- 2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages
2023 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages
The Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages is one of the best value entry-level Beaujolais on the Australian market. Crafted from 100% Gamay sourced from 50-year-old vines, this wine delivers everything you want in a fresh, light-bodied red—bright fruit, natural freshness, and incredible drinkability.
On the nose, bright notes of cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate leap from the glass, while the palate reveals a juicy core supported by crisp acidity and fine tannins. It’s light, crunchy, and wonderfully refreshing, perfect for enjoying with a slight chill. The granite soils and hand-harvested grapes lend a touch of complexity, making this a seriously fun yet refined wine that’s a joy to drink.
Whether you’re looking for a great companion to your next picnic or a versatile red to pair with grilled chicken or salads, this Beaujolais-Villages is our go-to. Delightfully smashable, it’s proof that quality Beaujolais doesn’t have to break the bank!
2020 Domaine Andre Colonge & Fils Brouily Gorges de Loup
Domaine André Colonge & Fils' Brouilly "Gorges de Loup" is everything you want from a classic Beaujolais Cru—honest, vibrant, and packed with character. From a family estate in Lancié that’s been perfecting the craft for generations, this wine comes from siliceous-clay soils that give it plenty of depth and structure.
The grapes are all handpicked, with careful sorting to keep the quality spot on. After a semi-carbonic maceration lasting about two weeks, the result is a wine that’s smooth and approachable while still carrying a solid backbone of tannins.
In the glass, it’s deep ruby with notes of black fruits, a touch of liquorice, and a smoky, mineral edge. The palate is silky yet bold, with rich fruit giving way to warming spice on the finish—this is the kind of wine you can drink now or stash away for a few years.
Perfect for those who love Beaujolais with a bit more muscle, this is a fantastic example of what the Brouilly cru can offer.
2020 Georges Duboeuf Julienas Chateau des Capitans
Château des Capitans is a standout from the Juliénas region, where south-facing vineyards soak up the sun and Gamay vines thrive on granite-rich soils. With roots tracing back to Roman times, this estate knows a thing or two about making wines that speak to tradition and terroir.
The 2020 vintage is pure Gamay goodness—bursting with cherry, raspberry, and blackcurrant, laced with floral hints of violet and a subtle dash of cinnamon. It’s juicy and fresh, with soft tannins and just enough spice to keep things interesting, making it as versatile as it is delicious.
Pop it open slightly chilled and enjoy with grilled meats, roasted veggies, or your favourite cheeses. Whether you’re drinking it now or letting it rest a few years in the cellar, this is a wine that’s all about easy enjoyment and understated elegance.
2022 Le Juice Fleurie
Le Juice Fleurie 2022 is the result of a unique collaboration between Tom Sheer and James Audas of Das Juice & Lo-Fi Wines, and local Beaujolais winemaker Guillaume Chanudet.
Known for their commitment to sustainability and minimal intervention, Tom and James have crafted this wine to offer a true taste of Fleurie without compromising on quality or accessibility.
Made from 100% Gamay, Le Juice Fleurie hails from the single site of ‘La Cabane,’ perched on the slopes of La Madonne in Fleurie, Beaujolais. The 35-year-old bush vines, rooted in coarse sand with pink granite flecks, give the wine its distinctive character. The grapes undergo carbonic maceration for nine days as whole bunches in concrete, followed by six months of aging in the tank. The result is a wine that’s as bright and juicy as it is easy to drink.
Expect a lively, fresh palate with a fleshy mid-section that gains complexity as it opens up over a few days. Organically farmed and naturally made, Le Juice Fleurie 2022 is a brilliant, honest expression of Gamay—perfect for those who appreciate a wine that’s clean, vibrant, and effortlessly enjoyable.
2022 Vignerons des Crus du Beaujolais Granitis Beaujolais Villages
The 2022 Vignerons des Crus du Beaujolais Granits Beaujolais Villages is all about pure, uncomplicated joy in a bottle. Made from 50-year-old Gamay vines rooted in granitic sands, this wine is hand-harvested and sees a short semi-carbonic maceration for that juicy, fruit-driven vibe we all love in a good Beaujolais.
With no oak to distract, it’s all bright red berries, a splash of florals, and just enough tannin to keep things interesting. The acidity is lively, making it as refreshing as it is easy to drink, whether you’re enjoying it slightly chilled or pairing it with a plate of charcuterie or roast chicken.
This is the kind of red that’s perfect for those “grab a glass and relax” moments but still has enough personality to hold its own at the dinner table. It’s fun, fresh, and seriously good value—what more could you ask for in an everyday Beauj?
2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages
The highest quality Beaujolais is perhaps at its highest peak ever. But the original, simple beauty and value of wines from this region are captured in the Corcelles.
Sourced from 35 hectares of sandy-clay soils, this wine brings together the richness and expressiveness of the Perreon and Charentay vineyards with the elegance and freshness of the later-ripening Pruzilly vineyards. With an average vine age of 45 years, this wine embodies tradition and quality.
Handpicked by a dedicated team of 150 grape pickers, the grapes undergo traditional semi-carbonic maceration, with a 6-7 day fermentation and pumping over. The wine matures in stainless steel tanks before bottling in the spring, preserving its fresh and lively character.
With its buxom bottle and gutsy dark spiced cherry fruit, it’s a fun red to revel in, whatever the occasion. It's a fantastic wine to share with friends over dinner, or to enjoy by yourself!
Customer Reviews
| Price Bracket | $31 to $40 |
| Type | Red |
| Body | Light Bodied |
| Variety | Gamay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Beaujolais |
| Size | 10 |
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