Beaujolais Nouveau 2026

The first sip of the season at Young’s

Beaujolais Nouveau marks the end of the grape harvest in the rolling hills of the Beaujolais region. Unlike most wines, which take months or years to mature, this one is bottled and released almost immediately, officially on the third Thursday of November every year.

The result? A fresh, juicy, fruit-forward wine that’s all about celebrating the season, not taking itself too seriously. It’s the wine world’s yearly reminder that joy should be shared, glasses should be full, and great stories often start with the first pour.

Settle in with us on Thursday 19th November as we uncork the very first taste of the season at selected pubs. Whether you’ve long loved Beaujolais or you’re simply curious about this wonderfully mischievous little wine, come find a cosy corner, raise a glass, and savour that fresh-from-the-vine moment.

Bon Appétit & Beaujolais

Join us at The County Arms on Thursday 19th November for an evening celebrating the best of rustic French cooking and the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau.

Settle in for a three-course supper club packed with French favourites, from rich Comté soufflé and hearty duck cassoulet to buttery tarte Tatin. Tickets are £55 per person, including three courses and a medium glass of 2026 Beaujolais Nouveau.

Want to make a real evening of it? Add a carefully selected French wine pairing to each course and raise a glass to a proper French feast.

Stomp, Sip & Supper

On Saturday 21st November, get ready for a celebration of all things Beaujolais at The Georgian Townhouse. Roll up your sleeves for a spot of grape stomping before sitting down to a French-inspired supper club dinner, accompanied by a guided tasting with an in-house sommelier.

Sip your way through Beaujolais alongside a hand-picked portfolio of other wines, while discovering the stories and history behind this much-loved French wine region. Fancy making even more of it? Additional wine pairings can be added to your evening. Good food, great wine and a little grape-stomping thrown in for good measure.

Find your local pub

The Alma

Wandsworth, London SW18 1TF

Standing proudly in the heart of Wandsworth Town, this iconic green-tiled British pub with rooms is famed for their celeb-inducing Sunday roasts.

Aragon House

London SW6 4RB

Sitting on the edge of idyllic Parson's Green, our historic venue plays host to weddings and events, in addition to our luxurious hotel, restaurant, garden and bar.

Betjeman Arms

King's Cross, London N1C 4QL

Proudly situated on the first floor of St Pancras Station in one of London’s most iconic landmarks, a stone’s throw from King’s Cross.

The Boathouse

Instow, North Devon EX39 4JJ

Overlooking golden sands and the Taw and Torridge rivers, a beach bar and restaurant with a serious passion for great food, fresh fish, fine wines, and good times.

Brook Green Hotel

Hammersmith, London W6 7PB

A stylish pub with rooms proudly stood on the corner of Brook Green in Hammersmith, West London.

The Bull

Streatham, London SW16 3QB

A traditional family pub with a large beer garden in Streatham Common

Bull's Head

Barnes, London SW13 9PY

Newly refurbished with an illustrious musical heritage, this riverside pub sits at the top of Barnes High Street serving seasonal food and an array of drinks.

The Canford

Poole, Dorset BH13 7JF

A beautiful coastal pub with 11 rooms nestled in the heart of Canford Cliffs, on the Dorset Coast.

Carpenter's Arms

Tonbridge, Kent TN11 0AD

This gorgeous countryside pub with nine bedrooms (plus a pretty flower-filled garden) sits in the heart of Tonbridge, Kent.

Cat & Mutton

London E8 4QJ

A place to eat, drink and party with hearty pub grub and a selection of 16 beers on tap. With private space for hire in The House of Revelry upstairs room.

Coach & Horses

Barnes, London SW13 9LW

One of the best pubs in Barnes, serving a fine selection of cask conditioned real ales, craft beers, wines, gins, and a large garden.

Coach & Horses

Kew, London TW9 3BH

A much-loved, historic Georgian coaching inn, that’s a firm favourite with Kew residents who love to pop in for a pie and a pint.

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