Nouveau is a term used to describe some Beaujolais wines and wines that use the same techniques. These wines are made using carbonic maceration– a process in which grapes are fermented whole in an anaerobic environment prior to pressing. Nouveau wines are typically very youthful, light, fruity, and low in tannins. They are delightful when young but lack the structure to weather aging. (Wine/Classification & Attributes)

Term used to indicate a wine that has been made to capture the ultimate in freshness and fruit character but which seldom has any aging potential. Nouveaux are usually made by Carbonic maceration and are usually released for sale earlier than other wines. (Wine,Beer,Spirits,Sake,Mead/Production)