Every November, wine lovers across France — and increasingly from the UK — eagerly await the third Thursday of the month. That’s when the Beaujolais Nouveau officially bursts onto the scene.
Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 will be released at 00:01 on Thursday, 20 November 2025.
This official date — set by decree since 1985 — guarantees that the wine is released simultaneously across the world, just a few weeks after the harvest. It's France’s youngest wine, full of fruit and freshness, best enjoyed straight away. As they say every year: “Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé !”
Why Beaujolais Nouveau is Worth the Hype
- It’s the first taste of the new French wine vintage — bottled just weeks after harvest.
- Made using the carbonic maceration method, which brings juicy red fruit flavours and soft tannins.
- Best served slightly chilled — a perfect pairing for cheese, charcuterie, or good company.
A National Celebration with a Global Twist
The tradition started in the 1950s and became official in 1985: every third Thursday of November at 00:01, Beaujolais Nouveau is released. From Paris to Calais, Tokyo to London, wine bars, shops and bistros celebrate together — and now you can too.
? How to Drink It Right
- Serve between 12–14 °C to highlight the wine’s fruitiness and freshness.
- Drink young — ideally within 6 months of release.
- Pair with cured meats, soft cheeses, roast chicken, or mushroom dishes.
Where to Buy Beaujolais Nouveau 2025
Calais Vins & Olivier Vins are ready to welcome you for the big day. Discover our specially selected 2025 vintage in-store — and take advantage of our Winter Wine Offers: 20% off + Free Ferry.
Our team, led by sommelier Jérôme Pont, focuses on cuvées with longer maceration — meaning you get a wine that’s both vibrant today and elegant tomorrow.
Tradition Meets Storytelling
Around our tasting bar, Jérôme often shares the rebellious origins of Beaujolais Nouveau — a wine born from the vineyards of southern Burgundy and a legal twist in 1951. Made only from Gamay Noir, these wines offer aromas of raspberry, red cherry, and soft spice. Gone are the days of banana-flavoured clichés — today’s Nouveau is fresher, finer, and proudly French.
Featured Wine of the Year: Domaine de l’Hestrange
Our top pick for 2025 is Domaine de l’Hestrange’s Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 — a joyful, fruit-forward wine from one of the most authentic Beaujolais producers. Taste it in-store and discover a perfect expression of the Gamay grape.
Plan Your Grape Escape to Calais
British travellers can now travel FREE with a wine pre-order of €300 or more. Simply add the ferry option to your basket online, and enjoy:
- Duty-free prices — up to 50% cheaper than UK high street
- 15% VAT refund with our easy claim process (Global Blue or Skiptax)
- Wine tasting in store with expert advice
- Shopping near Calais’ seaside, cheese shops, and Christmas market
Join the Celebration
Whether it’s your first bottle or your fiftieth, come raise a glass of Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 with us at Calais Vins. Enjoy great savings, taste with confidence, and experience a bit of French wine culture — just a short hop across the Channel.
See you on 20 November 2025… the Beaujolais Nouveau has arrived!