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Gamay

Gamay

1 7.8
A light red wine from the Beaujolais region that tastes fresh and fruity
  • noun
  • /ɡæˈmeɪ/
: Gamay
  • This delicious Gamay pairs perfectly with grilled chicken and light pasta dishes.

Examples

  • I enjoyed a glass of Gamay with dinner.

  • On a summer afternoon, she enjoyed a glass of chilled Gamay with her lunch.

  • The wine list featured several varieties of Gamay from the Beaujolais region.

  • He recommended pairing roast chicken with a light-bodied Gamay for the best flavor.

  • The Gamay from Beaujolais is very fruity.

  • At the wine tasting, I enjoyed the lively flavors of the Gamay from the Beaujolais region.

  • The restaurant offers a selection of wines, including a fruity Gamay that is ideal for summer evenings.

Synonyms

Beaujolais
vsGamay
6 7.7

A light fruity red wine from a region in southeast France usually drunk soon after it is made

refers to wine made from a particular grape variety rather than the region

How Full-bodied

full-bodied
8 4.7
Gamay
1 7.8

Surface Forms

Gamay singular
Gamays plural

Etymology

Gamay comes from France and is the name of a local 'grape' or place, so a helpful way to remember it is to think of Beaujolais, the region famous for light, fruity red wines called Gamay. That's why Gamay today means a light-bodied red wine from that area.