What is carbonic maceration?
Carbonic maceration
Fermenting whole grape bunches in carbon dioxide, which makes red wine bright, juicy and fruity, like Beaujolais.
What it tastes like
Juicy and soft, with bubblegum, banana and bright cherry, and very little tannin or grip.
Where you’ll see it
Wine lists noting a style, especially Beaujolais, natural reds and chillable reds.