{"title":"Gamay Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gamay Noir Collection showcases the remarkable versatility of a grape we've cultivated at Chateau Grand Traverse since 1988. From fresh, fruit-forward expressions to structured, cellar-aged wines, each bottle reveals a different side of Gamay Noir and its potential on Old Mission Peninsula. Together, they tell a story of exploration, craftsmanship, and a distinctly Northern Michigan approach to a classic French grape.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gamay-noir-limited","title":"Gamay Noir Limited","description":"\u003cp\u003eGamay Noir Limited highlights one of Old Mission Peninsula's signature red grapes with a more structured, age-worthy approach. Fermented traditionally and aged in oak, it shows garnet color and aromas of tart cherry, red plum, violet, and cracked white pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and silky with vivid cranberry, dried herbs, cocoa powder, cedar, and a mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44975178907856,"sku":"083161199134","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/files\/GamayNoirLtdFrontLabel.jpg?v=1775761934"},{"product_id":"gamay-noir-reserve","title":"Gamay Noir Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Gamay Noir Reserve represents the pinnacle of CGT's work with one of Northern Michigan's most expressive red varietals. Following small-lot fermentation, the wine was aged for an extraordinary 55 months in seasoned French oak barrels, allowing it to evolve with uncommon grace. Aromas unfold in layers of ripe cherry, black raspberry, violet, dried rose petal, and subtle baking spice, with underlying notes of cedar and forest floor. The palate is medium-bodied and polished, with precise acidity, supple tannins, dark red fruit, tea leaf, and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44975178940624,"sku":"083161199516","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/files\/GamayNoirReserve.jpg?v=1775762020"},{"product_id":"proprietors-red","title":"Proprietor's Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrafted as a flagship red blend, Proprietor's Red is where robust character meets regional integrity. This winemaker-curated multi-vintage blend features estate-grown European Vinifera grapes-typically Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Gamay Noir-with occasional touches of Pinot Noir depending on vintage variation. Aged primarily in American oak, the wine reveals a deep garnet hue and opens with aromas of blackberry, plum, dark cherry, and cedar, accented by subtle vanilla and toasted spice. The palate is generous and textured, offering notes of ripe red fruit, mocha, baking spice, and black tea, supported by integrated tannins and a dry, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44975179333840,"sku":"083161200519","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/files\/Proprietor_sRed.jpg?v=1775763600"},{"product_id":"quibble-nomi-red-blend","title":"Quibble NoMI Red Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuibble was created with a simple idea in mind: wine should be enjoyable, approachable, and a little fun. This red blend brings together select cool-climate varietals to create a wine that is generous in flavor yet smooth and easy to enjoy. Deep ruby in the glass, it opens with aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, and a hint of baking spice. The palate is fruit-forward and supple, with notes of dark berries, cocoa, and subtle oak that lead to a soft, satisfying finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44975179366608,"sku":"083161202537","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/files\/QuibbleFront.jpg?v=1775763798"},{"product_id":"vin-gris-rose","title":"Vin Gris Rosé","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Vin Gris Rosé blends Gamay Noir and Pinot Noir grown in the sandy, glacial soils of Old Mission Peninsula. In the glass, the wine shows a soft salmon hue. The nose bursts with tart cherry, fresh melon, and citrus zest. The palate is sleek, dry, and mouthwatering, with high-toned acidity and a subtle thread of vanilla from brief lees contact. It finishes on a whisper of saline minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44975179694288,"sku":"083161199844","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/files\/VinGrisRose.jpg?v=1775764695"},{"product_id":"gamay-nouveau","title":"Gamay Noir Nouveau","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe First Pour: Nouveau au Chateau | Thursday, November 19 · 7–10 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the French tradition of Beaujolais Nouveau, we're celebrating the release of our 2026 Gamay Noir Nouveau with an evening of French-inspired cuisine from Executive Chef Keil Moshier, live music and an open wine bar featuring estate and library wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTickets: $125 General Admission | $99 Wine Club Members\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cgtwines.com\/event\/the-first-pour\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The First Pour: Nouveau au Chateau | Gamay Noir Nouveau Release Event, November 19, 2026\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Event \u0026amp; Reserve Your Tickets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe return of a tradition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery November, wine lovers around the world celebrate the arrival of Nouveau, the first wine released from the new harvest. Crafted and bottled just weeks after harvest, Gamay Nouveau captures the vintage at its most youthful: vibrant, expressive, and unapologetically fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than five decades, Gamay Noir has been part of the story of Chateau Grand Traverse and Old Mission Peninsula. The return of Gamay Nouveau in 2026 celebrates that legacy while marking the inaugural vintage of Winemaker Virginia, who revives this classic winemaking tradition as the first new chapter of her tenure. We look forward to celebrating each new vintage through this annual release for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from 100% estate-grown Gamay Noir, whole clusters undergo traditional 100% carbonic maceration with inoculated yeast before the wine completes fermentation in stainless steel. This classic technique allows fermentation to begin within intact berries, preserving lifted aromatics, silky texture, and the exuberant fruit character that defines Nouveau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased each year on the third Thursday of November, Gamay Nouveau offers a fleeting opportunity to experience the vintage before time leaves its mark. Produced in exceptionally limited quantities, it is intended to be enjoyed in its youth, around the Thanksgiving table, alongside holiday gatherings, and whenever the arrival of a new vintage calls for celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe earliest expression of the 2026 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCrafted using traditional 100% whole-cluster carbonic maceration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eEstate-grown on Old Mission Peninsula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eProduced once each year in limited quantities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCelebrating more than five decades of Gamay Noir at Chateau Grand Traverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chateau Grand Traverse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45067087610064,"sku":"083161202612","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/files\/NouveauFront.png?v=1791909884"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7823\/6112\/collections\/CGTApril102_Q5A4711.jpg?v=1791909225","url":"https:\/\/shop.cgtwines.com\/collections\/gamay-noir.oembed","provider":"Chateau Grand Traverse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}