Definition: The Gamay grape is a thin-skinned red wine grape that is perhaps best known for it's role in Burgundy's Beaujolais Nouveau. The Gamay grape is inherently acidic and carbonic maceration (whole grape fermentation takes place in a high CO2 environment) is used to downplay the acid and lift the fruit. Typically the Gamay grape is used to craft low-tannin, fruity red wines.
Pronunciation: Ga - May
