The Beaujolais nouveau, a wine produced between Lyon and MĂącon, is celebrated every third Thursday of November in France. This year, the residents of Belfort joined in the festivities, taking the opportunity to enjoy this special wine. The celebration in Belfort included wine tastings, where people expressed their appreciation for the red wine, as well as for French culture, including berets and cheese. The wine was described as light, fruity, and floral. The journalist also mentioned the successful export of Beaujolais nouveau throughout the country. The celebration in Belfort adds to the enthusiasm surrounding this annual event, as young wine enthusiasts in Lyon continue to embrace the tradition and create wine clubs and associations at universities and colleges. Despite acknowledging that the Beaujolais nouveau may not always be exceptional, the students emphasize the social aspect of enjoying the wine and the sense of community it brings. The Beaujolais region offers other wines as well, catering to different preferences. Overall, the passion for Beaujolais nouveau and wine continues to unite people and create a festive atmosphere.
The FĂȘte de la Fraise in Limousin is a strawberry festival held every year since 1989 in the village of Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne. It takes place on the second Sunday of May, with this year's festival happening on May 12. The festival features market stalls offering strawberry-based delights, live music, street entertainment, and strawberry-themed delicacies created by local chefs. The festival is known for its giant strawberry tart, which measures 8m wide and holds a place in the Guinness Book of Records. The FĂȘte de la Fraise also holds a second record for the longest strawberry plant in the world at 32m.
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