Beaujolais is a good place to find reds that don’t have to be taken too seriously. These particular wines of Burgundy, from the Gamay grape, are naturally relatively light in both colour and acidity, making simple easy drinking, fresh fruited reds that are usually to be drank young and often at their best when served relatively cool.

Here’s a snapshot of some of the names you can expect to find from Beaujolais, courtesy of one of our most consistent ranges; Moillard, who are also responsible for our fabulous Lunar Organic wines from Chateau d’eau:

Saint-Amour: This is the one for you romantics. Labelled the ‘valentines wine‘, St Amour is a village next to Julienas, situated at the northerly limit of the Beaujolais area. In general, St Amour wines are colourful, well-structured, full and sensual. The dominating aromas are peach and apricot.

Fleurie: Probably the best known of the ten crus of the Beaujolais, Fleurie originates from granite soil. They are full, rounded and velvety. “Gouleyant” means they slip down easily. With their spring-like aromas, they combine the delightful fragrances of peach and blackberry.

Julienas: These reds are generally strong and have beautiful colour. They are vigorous and full-bodied with flavours of raspberries, cherries and red peaches.

Morgon: Nearly 40,000 bottles are produced every year. Since most of the vineyards here are at least 25 years old, the wines are rich, full-bodied and fruity.

Moulin a Vent: Usually dark deep in colour, full and well structured. The best vintages can be kept a long time and will be similar to a Burgundy wine. The dominating aromas are violet, iris and rose petals when older.

Regnie Domaine de Reyssiers: The 10th and latest Beaujolais Cru has a beautiful colour, very pure aromas with hints of redberries and sometimes the scent of English candles which is typical of Beaujolais wines. Many will age well due to the soft tannin content.

Moillard of Burgundy owns some of the most prestigious vineyards in Burgundy, including Clos de Thorey, Vosne Romanee Malconsorts and Clos de Vougeot. Very traditional in style, they manage to produce red burgundies that live for an exceptionally long time. Provided quality and price remain keen, this range is going to be part of the Curious selection for many years to come.