The official tasting bar of the Beaujolais historic capital, run by 16 passionate vigneron families since 1956. A renovated space in the Temple de Bacchus square pours the complete appellation arc with informal guided tasting available on request.
The list: 16 Beaujolais-Villages producers; all 10 Crus poured; Cremant de Bourgogne available; by-glass and bottle
Address: 24 Square du Temple de Bacchus, 69430 Beaujeu, France, Beaujolais
The 1927 Fleurie cooperative's tasting bar opens on appointment, pouring lieu-dit Fleurie wines from the cooperative's four generations of vigneron families. A behind-the-scenes look at cooperative winemaking in Fleurie, a leading Beaujolais Cru.
The list: Fleurie cooperative cuvees by appointment; lieu-dit wines poured from Garants, Madone, and Chapelle des Bois parcels
The oenotheque bar of Beaujolais's flagship wine resort estate. Estate wines from six appellations poured with a sensory education programme of 8 workshops. A central point on any wine-hotel itinerary in the Crus villages.
The list: Estate wines from Morgon, Brouilly, Beaujolais Blanc, and Beaujolais Roses; sensory workshops available alongside the bar
A Beaujolais wine bar covering all 12 appellations, managed by Master Sommelier Guillaume Mithieux. Open daily from 10am, pairing the full regional spectrum with local macon and charcuterie boards.
The list: 600+ Beaujolais references covering all 12 appellations; by-the-glass service guided by Master Sommelier Guillaume Mithieux; charcuterie and cheese accompaniments
Tip: Arrive before noon for a traditional Beaujolais machon: warm saucisson, grattons, and a glass of Morgon poured by the sommelier.
A caviste-bar hybrid dedicated to the 10 Crus du Beaujolais with by-the-glass service and shared charcuterie boards. Known locally for the traditional machon Beaujolais served from 8am on reservation.
The list: All 10 Beaujolais Crus poured by the glass; charcuterie boards; traditional machon from 8am by reservation
Natural wine bar and caviste in central Belleville listed on the Raisin platform for its commitment to low-intervention winemaking. Beaujolais-centric list with selections from natural Crus producers.
The list: Natural and organic Beaujolais focus; curated by-the-glass list; listed on Raisin natural wine platform
A grand independent caviste-bar on the main avenue of Belleville, with over 1,000 wine references and 300 spirits. Guided tastings are offered across the regional spectrum; the reception space hosts private Beaujolais wine events.
The list: 1,000+ wines and 300+ spirits; Beaujolais Crus prominently featured; private event space available
