Beaujolais

Aperol spritz: the sparkling connotations of one of the world’s most beloved cocktails

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

A whole world in a glass

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  • A whole world in a glass
    Any emblematic aperitif comes with its host of images and accessories.
  • For many a European, the hour of the “apero” conjures up a set of carefully crafted rituals.
  • Everyone has their bit to say about the cocktail: too much water, too sweet, too much prosecco, not enough bitterness.
  • Lightness, the spirit of the terraces, the sun playing with the leaves and the parasol, the breeze stroking your cheek?

It's Time to Celebrate With Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

Per French law and tradition, Georges Duboeuf 2020 Beaujolais Nouveauwines will be available worldwide at midnight on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020.

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  • Per French law and tradition, Georges Duboeuf 2020 Beaujolais Nouveauwines will be available worldwide at midnight on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020.
  • Over one million bottles of the 2020 Beaujolais Nouveau wines sold in the U.S. will be adorned with the artwork of this year's Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Artist Label Competition winnerMaeve Croghan.
  • Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau is available through Minibar Delivery (where available) and at most wine retailers nationwide with a suggested retail price (SRP) of $13.49, while the Beaujolais Nouveau Ros is $12.99 (SRP) and the Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau is $14.99 (SRP).
  • For more information on Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau wines, contact Quintessential at www.quintessentialwines.com or call (707) 226-8300.

Raise a Glass to the Arrival of Georges Duboeuf's 2019 Beaujolais Nouveau

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

NAPA, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- November marksthe highly anticipated release of the season's"first wine of the harvest" -- Georges Duboeuf 2019 Beaujolais Nouveau.

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  • NAPA, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- November marksthe highly anticipated release of the season's"first wine of the harvest" -- Georges Duboeuf 2019 Beaujolais Nouveau.
  • The 2019 winesBeaujolais Nouveau, Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau and Beaujolais Nouveau Rosare the expressive results of this year's harvest.
  • The 2019 vintage Nouveau bottles sold in the U.S. feature the artwork of this year's Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Label Artist's Competition winner, Texas native Laura Runge.
  • The wines are available nationwide, with an SRP of $12.99 for the Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau and Beaujolais Nouveau Rose, and the Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau at $14.99.

Dallas Artist Laura Runge Wins 2019 Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Artist Label Competition

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Included is a cash grant and the honor of having her work debut on the label of over one million bottles of Duboeuf's 2019 Beaujolais Nouveau, Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau and Beaujolais Nouveau Ros when the wines are released on the third Thursday of November (November 21, 2019).

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  • Included is a cash grant and the honor of having her work debut on the label of over one million bottles of Duboeuf's 2019 Beaujolais Nouveau, Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau and Beaujolais Nouveau Ros when the wines are released on the third Thursday of November (November 21, 2019).
  • Georges Duboeuf was the first to bring that quaint local custom to wine-lovers outside of the region, creating a worldwide phenomenon.
  • The wine's annual release the week before Thanksgiving has made Beaujolais Nouveau a harbinger of the holiday season in the U.S. for more than 35 years.
  • For more information on Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau wines, contact Quintessential at www.quintessentialwines.com or call (707) 226-8300.

Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Has Arrived - With Nouveau Rosé Making Its US Debut

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Thursday, November 15, 2018

NAPA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Eager anticipation will give way to satisfying pleasure and new taste sensations when Les Vins Georges Duboeuf releases its 2018 Beaujolais Nouveau wines, including the American debut of a Beaujolais Nouveau Ros.

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  • NAPA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Eager anticipation will give way to satisfying pleasure and new taste sensations when Les Vins Georges Duboeuf releases its 2018 Beaujolais Nouveau wines, including the American debut of a Beaujolais Nouveau Ros.
  • Per French law and custom, Beaujolais Nouveau is released at 12:01 a.m. on the third Thursday in November (this year on Nov. 15).
  • The 2018 Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau is deep purple, tinged with garnet.
  • For more information on Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau wines, contact Quintessential at www.quintessentialwines.com or call (707) 226-8300.

Fine Wine & Good Spirits to Celebrate Nov. 15 as Beaujolais Nouveau Day with Sale, Tasting Events

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Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Beginning Nov. 15 per French law, Beaujolais Nouveau is released no earlier than the third Thursday of November Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau will be available for sale in select Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores for $11.99 for a 750mL bottle.

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  • Beginning Nov. 15 per French law, Beaujolais Nouveau is released no earlier than the third Thursday of November Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau will be available for sale in select Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores for $11.99 for a 750mL bottle.
  • Across Pennsylvania, select Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores will hold tastings of Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau starting on Nov. 15 for those 21 years of age and over.
  • Beaujolais Nouveau Day has become a worldwide celebration as wine lovers gather to sample the first taste of the year's wine and begin the holiday season.
  • Franck Duboeuf, son of Georges, saw good ripeness and good sugar content in this year's early harvest and predicted a "very fruity" Beaujolais Nouveau.

90+ Cellars Introduces First Beaujolais Wines to Growing Portfolio

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Tuesday, September 11, 2018

In recent years, Beaujolais wines have become a go-to for sommeliers because of their fresh and lively profile, food-friendliness, and affordability.

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  • In recent years, Beaujolais wines have become a go-to for sommeliers because of their fresh and lively profile, food-friendliness, and affordability.
  • And because there is more Beaujolais to be discovered, 90+ Cellars has also launched a limited-release Cru Beaujolais, Lot 159 Chnas.
  • Lot 158 Beaujolais and Lot 159 Chnas Cru Beaujolais are now available where 90+ Cellars wines are sold.
  • Latitude Beverage Company is the innovative, Boston-based company behind a portfolio of national wine brands, including 90+ Cellars, Lila Wines, Mija Sangria, Iron Side Cellars, Places Wines and Magic Door.

Americans Will See Pink This November With Debut Of Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Rosé

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Monday, July 30, 2018

NAPA, Calif., July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Ros fans will be joining Beaujolais Nouveau-lovers in eager anticipation of Thursday, November 15, 2018 when Beaujolais Nouveau Day also becomes Beaujolais Nouveau Ros Day for the first time in the US.

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  • NAPA, Calif., July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Ros fans will be joining Beaujolais Nouveau-lovers in eager anticipation of Thursday, November 15, 2018 when Beaujolais Nouveau Day also becomes Beaujolais Nouveau Ros Day for the first time in the US.
  • According to Franck Duboeuf, who manages the winery with his legendary father Georges, the Nouveau Ros is made from Gamay grapes carefully selected from the best vineyards in AOC Beaujolais.
  • "Given that Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Ros will be released at the same time as the classic Beaujolais Nouveau, it's just in time for holiday gift-giving and entertaining."
  • Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Ros 2018 will feature the same vivid abstract oil painting on its label as the classic Beaujolais Nouveau 2018, created by Nashville, TN native Chloe Meyer.

Emerging Artist Chloé Meyer Wins 2018 Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Label Competition

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018

NAPA, Calif., June 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The competition was intense in the second year of the Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Artist Label Competition, with artists from around the world submitting more than 680 pieces of original art for the chance to see their work on more than 1 million bottles of the 2018 Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau.

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  • NAPA, Calif., June 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The competition was intense in the second year of the Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Artist Label Competition, with artists from around the world submitting more than 680 pieces of original art for the chance to see their work on more than 1 million bottles of the 2018 Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau.
  • With more than 7,000 votes cast on social media, "Foolish Pleasure" by Nashville, TN native Chlo Meyer was the clear winner.
  • "I'm thrilled that my art has been chosen for the label," Chlo exclaimed.
  • Georges Duboeuf, who founded the winery 54 years ago and runs it today with his son Franck, was pleased with the results.