Georges Duboeuf
ジョルジュ・デュブッフ
The legendary ambassador who brought Beaujolais to the world.
Founded in 1964 by Georges Duboeuf (1933-2020), this iconic négociant house is based in Romanèche-Thorins, in the heart of the Moulin-à-Vent appellation, Beaujolais. Known as the 'King' or 'Pope' of Beaujolais (le roi/pape du Beaujolais), Duboeuf played a pivotal role in popularizing Beaujolais Nouveau globally from the 1970s onward. The company is instantly recognizable by its distinctive floral labels, many hand-drawn by Georges Duboeuf himself, and is committed to showcasing the diversity of all ten Beaujolais crus. In 1993 the estate opened Le Hameau Duboeuf in Romanèche-Thorins, the first wine-themed museum and park in Europe. Now run by his son Franck Duboeuf and grandson Adrien Duboeuf-Lacombe, the house exports to some 120 countries.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for those who enjoy approachable, fruit-forward red wines and fans of the annual Beaujolais Nouveau celebration, as well as anyone curious to explore the individual character of Beaujolais's ten crus.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Georges Duboeuf only famous for Beaujolais Nouveau?
- No. While famous for Nouveau, the house produces high-quality wines from all ten Beaujolais Crus, including Moulin-à-Vent and Morgon, as well as Mâconnais wines.
- What makes their wine labels unique?
- The iconic floral labels, many hand-drawn by Georges Duboeuf himself, are a signature design element representing the freshness and aromatic profile of the wines.
- Does Georges Duboeuf wine pair well with Japanese food?
- Yes, the light tannins and vibrant acidity of their Gamay-based wines pair exceptionally well with Japanese dishes such as yakitori and soy-sauce-based cuisine.
- When and where was Georges Duboeuf founded?
- The house was founded in 1964 in Romanèche-Thorins, in the heart of the Moulin-à-Vent appellation in Beaujolais, France.
- What is Le Hameau Duboeuf?
- Opened in 1993, Le Hameau Duboeuf is a wine-themed museum, botanical garden, and family park in Romanèche-Thorins — the first museum of its kind in Europe dedicated to vines and wine.