Question from a novice.

[Innkeeper]

Hi FF, and welcome to the Wine Board. Your '96 Brouilly is ready to drink at the soonest. The so-called Cru Beaujolais have more legs than plain ole Beaujolais, and most of the Beaujolais Villages. Right now the 2002 Brouilly, Fleurie, and Julienas are drinking very well. The Moulin A Vent will hold a few more years. The 2002's currently on the market are not the best vintage in recent years, so buy them selectively, and don't really stock up on them. If you can still find some 00's or 01's they are a better value.

You might also try some of the lighter Italian reds that are available now. These include the Rosso Picenos and Rosso Coneros, Salice Salentinos, and Primitivos.

[This message has been edited by Innkeeper (edited 11-02-2003).]