Gamay is grown in a wide area around Beaujolais (including on flat land to the south of the famous crus which in the main producers much less interesting wine).

Is Gamay the same as Beaujolais?

Gamay is the signature red varietal of Beaujolais, the most southern sub-region of Burgundy (in France). The grape itself is called Gamay, but you will almost always see bottles labeled by the region: Beaujolais, Beaujolais-Villages, or Beaujolais Nouveau. … Grab a bottle of Beaujolais!

Who banned Gamay from Burgundy?

And it is an ancient varietal, the first known written mention of it dates back to the 14th century. In 1395, worried that Gamay would outshine Pinot Noir due to its prolific yield, Philippe the Bold issued a decree banning it from the Duchy of Bourgogne.