People across France raise a glass to celebrate “Beaujolais Day"
People across France are raising a glass of wine in an act of defiance after the deadly attacks on Paris. The third Thursday in November is “Beaujolais Day,” when vintners release their latest batch of young, fruity Beaujolais Nouveau, and many bars and restaurants hold special tasting sessions. President Francois Hollande has urged his compatriots to resume their social lives, asking: “What would our country be without its cafes?”
Men roll barrels of Beaujolais Nouveau wine for the official launch of the 2015 vintage in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
People drink wine during the official launch of the 2015 Beaujolais Nouveau wine in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
People drink wine during the official launch of the 2015 Beaujolais Nouveau wine in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
People drink wine during the official launch of the 2015 Beaujolais Nouveau wine in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
A fanfare plays as men roll barrels of Beaujolais Nouveau wine for the official launch of the 2015 vintage in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
People attend the official launch of the 2015 Beaujolais Nouveau wine in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
Men roll barrels of Beaujolais Nouveau wine for the official launch of the 2015 vintage in Lyon, France.Robert Pratta/Reuters
People celebrate the official launch of the Beaujolais Nouveau wine in Lyon, France.Jean-Philippe Ksiazek/AFP / Getty Images
A couple kisses itself in front of policemen during the official launch of the Beaujolais Nouveau wine in Lyon, France.Jean-Philippe Ksiazek/AFP / Getty Images
A man walks past a bar advertising for the Beaujolais Nouveau in Paris, France.Jacques Brinon/The Associated Press