A fine wine grape known for its low tannin and easy drinking nature, this grape is the cornerstone of Beaujolais, the southernmost subregion in Burgundy. While the Pinot Noir grape reigns supreme north of Beaujolais, on the granite slopes of this large southerly region the Gamay grape prevails. A nouveau version of this wine is produced, released in November of the harvest year. As with most wine regions these days, a new breed of vintner has infiltrated Beaujolais, with a host of high-quality wines, often from one of the crus, showing high quality at reasonable prices for Burgundy.