Burgundy Beaujolais rules re-written

New rules governing the labelling of Beaujolais wines have been released ending a long running dispute between Burgundy and Beaujolais appellations. Under the new rules white Beaujolais may no longer be labelled AOC white Burgundy - one of the most contentious issues - and Beaujolais wines will be allowed to state the main grape on the label provided it meets the percentage criteria for that varietal. A new appellation called Côteaux Bourguignons has also been created for red Beaujolais, replacing Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire.