2024 Beaujolais Vintage

Beaujolais 2024 vintage: It wasn’t the easiest year for French winemakers, and the Beaujolais region felt it too. Unpredictable weather disrupted the vines’ natural cycle, affecting the quantity of fruit they could produce. Some of the age-worthy wines from this vintage are already making their way out of the cellars, while others are still resting and developing under careful watch. As the vines begin a new cycle, winemakers—already thinking ahead—are excited to see how the 2024 wines are shaping up: fresh, elegant, and just the style today’s wine lovers appreciate.

What happenend nwith the weather?

The year kicked off with a wet but unusually mild winter. Buds popped out early, at the end of March, positioning 2024 alongside other early vintages, such as 2020 and 2017. But April and May brought cool temperatures that slowed the vines down, and heavy rains created challenges with diseases and pests. Winemakers had to work extra hard to keep everything under control.

July was pretty standard, and by early August, the grapes started changing color—a sign that sugar was building up. This was a bit later than 2023, but still on the early side. Some intense hailstorms hit parts of the region, further reducing the potential harvest. August turned hot and dry, which helped the grapes ripen beautifully and ensured good quality.

Early September brought more rain, slowing things down slightly before harvest. But overall, the grapes had a nice balance of acidity and sugar, with good color developing.

How did the winemaking go?

Harvest started a bit later than usual, around September 6th, and ran into early October. Cool weather helped keep the early stages of white and rosé wines under control, while reds fermented smoothly. After a tough season, winemakers were finally able to relax and enjoy the fermentation process.

Tasting the 2024 vintage

Beaujolais producers know how to make the most of every vintage. With limited sun and frequent rain early on, the 2024 wines emphasize fruitiness over tannins. Gamay grapes, the region’s pride, deliver exactly that: bright, fresh, fruity wines. The gentle winemaking process ensures the skins aren’t overworked, allowing the wines to express their natural aromas beautifully—think red and black berries, reminiscent of a fresh fruit basket.

These wines will be ready by winter, light, delicate, and easy to drink. Perfectly chilled and best enjoyed while fresh and vibrant.