Atypical Climatic Conditions and Gourmand Wines

The 2019 vintage in Beaujolais was marked by atypical climatic conditions, with a mild winter followed by a cool and wet spring, then a hot and dry summer. After early budbreak in late March thanks to mild temperatures, a cold snap and abundant rains in April and May slowed the vegetative cycle, delaying flowering by about two weeks compared to 2018.

The summer was then hot and dry, with several heatwaves exceeding 35°C in July and August. This summer drought caused slight water stress, concentrating the grapes but limiting yields. The harvest began around September 10 in early sectors, one week later than the previous year, and ended around September 23-24 with quantities generally in the average, even slightly exceeding forecasts for some winemakers.

Red Wines

The 2019 Beaujolais red wines show beautiful concentration, silky tannins, and good acidity bringing freshness and tension. The Beaujolais Nouveaux 2019 delighted with their gourmand fruitiness and drinkability, helping to clear the remaining stocks from the small 2018 harvest. This vintage should contribute to continuing the positive dynamic of Beaujolais among consumers.