A wine party isn’t much different than a party party—the idea is to put together a festive mix of food, drink, people and vibe. Here are some tips on making Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau a part of the fun.

Chill. Beaujolais Nouveau’s lively fruit flavors, smooth texture and easy-drinking style really shine with a light chill. Half an hour in the fridge does wonders. Once you try it cool, you may never go back.

Class in a glass. It doesn’t have to be fancy, but wine glasses remain the ideal vessel for your Beaujolais Nouveau, and they add a touch of class.

Food is wine’s friend! Bright fruit balanced by a natural tang make Beaujolais Nouveau delicious on its own, but its smooth texture and light body make it especially food-friendly. Think about it: the wine goes down so easy that it is hard to find anything it will clash with. Pizza? No problem. Cheeses? Mais oui. Dim sum? Try some! Finger food? Bring it on by the handful. No worries about getting the “right” food… after all, Beaujolais Nouveau earned its reputation for versatility in cafés and bistros in Lyon, the gastronomic heart of France.

Don’t sweat the wine stuff. Nobody expects party guests to sniff, swirl and spit—especially with a wine a easygoing as Beaujolais Nouveau. Someone may find strawberries in the aroma, someone else may say the palate conjures up strawberry preserves or crème de cassis; everyone has their own sense of taste. Looks nice, smells nice, tastes nice—that’s the bottom line. And best of all, there is never a question as to which vintage of Beaujolais Nouveau to pick: it’s meant to be drunk within a year of harvest. Freshness is the key to yumminess!