Tag Archives: Gamay

Chenonceau Castle, Gamay, and a new AOC Touraine Chenonceaux: EU Austerity Drinking Tour #50

Posted on November 25, 2013 by waywardwine

Before our EU Austerity Drinking Tour leaves the central Loire for it’s Atlantic Coast, we have to squeeze in a castle. Think of Bordeaux. You probably think of famed Châteaux. But most of those are 19th century, retro-wannabes. Only true, … Continue reading →

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FALL FEASTS WITH JULIENAS: THANKSGIVING’S OTHER BEAUJOLAIS

Posted on October 31, 2013 by waywardwine

Tonight is Halloween. But it already ended weeks ago. The legions of Martha Stewart, Food Network, Saveur, and more, have infiltrated our pintrest/facebook/twitter feeds, e-mail, and real mailboxes:

Clearly, while handing out candy to Trick or Treaters, we must give thanks and plot our Turkey Time Tables,

In the spirit of conformity, let Wayward Wine turn to that standard November red: Beaujolais Nouveau. Continue reading →