Côte Brasserie is raising a glass to one of France’s most beloved wine traditions with a nationwide Beaujolais Nouveau celebration across its UK restaurants this November.

The French-inspired brasserie will join in the annual festivities that mark the arrival of the year’s first wine, honouring the joy, flavour, and conviviality that Beaujolais Nouveau represents.

What Is Beaujolais Nouveau Day?

Every year, at one minute past midnight on the third Thursday of November, France bursts into celebration as the first bottles of Beaujolais Nouveau are uncorked. This young, fruit-forward red wine—crafted from Gamay grapes grown in the rolling hills north of Lyon—has become a symbol of the French art of living: good food, good wine, and good company.

This year’s Beaujolais Nouveau Day falls on Thursday, 20 November 2025, and Côte Brasserie is bringing the tradition across the Channel for one unforgettable day.

How Côte Brasserie Is Celebrating

Guests can enjoy Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 at Côte restaurants nationwide, available by the glass (£10.20) or bottle (£37). For those looking for an elevated experience, Côte locations in Cardiff Bay, Cardiff Central, and Exeter will host exclusive Beaujolais Nouveau soirées featuring:

Bookings are strongly recommended for these special events, as spaces are limited. You can book your table here.

French Flavours, Perfectly Paired

Côte’s in-house sommelier has curated wine pairings to highlight the playful charm and youthful vibrancy of Beaujolais Nouveau. Highlights from the menu include:

  • Chicken Liver Parfait: The wine’s cherry and raspberry notes lift the richness of the parfait and enhance the sweetness of macerated figs.

  • Warm Beetroot Salad: A fresh, autumnal pairing that mirrors the wine’s gentle tannins.

  • Confit Pork Belly: The lively acidity and red-fruit character balance perfectly with the dish’s apple and raisin elements.

  • Délice de Bourgogne and Cantal Cheeses: Creamy, nutty, and beautifully complemented by the wine’s fruity undertones.

  • Tarte au Citron and Chocolate Praline Tart: Two decadent desserts lifted by the Beaujolais’ signature cherry and strawberry notes.

A Toast to French Joy

A Côte spokesperson shared:

“Beaujolais Nouveau is about celebrating life’s simple pleasures — sharing a bottle, a meal, and a moment together. It’s playful, full of character, and unmistakably French, just like Côte! We’re thrilled to invite guests to experience the joy of this iconic tradition with us. Santé.”

How to Join the Celebration

Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking to embrace a little joie de vivre, Côte’s Beaujolais Nouveau celebration promises an evening of flavour, music, and good company.

Reservations can be made at cote.co.uk, but walk-ins are welcome where space allows.