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Located around the Gironde estuary and along the Dordogne and Garonne rivers, Bordeaux is one of France’s most important wine-producing regions. The groundwork was laid when the Dutch drained the marshes of the Medoc in the 17th century. Then climate is maritime and as humid as it was when the land was covered in marshes instead of vineyards, leading to a variety of viticultural problems, such as rot and mildew.


Bordeaux can be divided into four major regions. The Medoc is the area west of the Gironde and upstream (north) of the city of Bordeaux. It includes the major communes (roughly north to south) of St-Estephe, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, and Margaux. The “right bank” refers to the area east of the Dordogne. It includes the communes of St-Emilion and Pomerol. Graves comprises the area downstream (south) of the city of Bordeaux. The first growth Haut-Brion is located here. This area is also well-known for the sweet wines of Sauternes. Finally, the Entre-Deux-Mers is the area between Read more »

Bordeaux Under One Roof: Reaching New Heights

Bordeaux Under One Roof, the premier annual event featuring the wines of the Bordeaux Wine Council (CIVB), will reach new heights in 2012.

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Bordeaux Is Taking Over the Empire State Building

Do you remember the last time something took over the Empire State Building? It was big. Really, really big. And a monkey. On Thursday, October 25, we’re going to blow the doors off King Kong. Bordeaux is taking over the Empire State Building!

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Last Call - 30 Percent Off Bordeaux Under One Roof at the Empire State Building!

For the first time ever, Bordeaux Under One Roof is opening its doors to consumers. On Thursday, October 25, come and taste like the trade. Bordeaux Under One Roof has previously been a trade only event, this is your chance to see what really goes on a...

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Top 15 California Bordeaux Blend Wines Under $125

France may have established that the grapes of Bordeaux go very well together, but that essential blend can now be found in excellent wines worldwide, from South Africa to Washington State. California does particularly well with the black grapes of Bo...

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Top Events of the Week

Want to attend the trade tastings? It's not always easy, but this year, both Bordeaux and Wines from Spain are opening their trade events to consumers. Lucky for you, we've got discount codes for both!

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Red Blends $20 to $55

A funny thing happens when you start tasting red blends that are priced over about $20, they start looking a lot more like Bordeaux. Now the wines may be slightly different than your typical bottle of Bordeaux, but the back labels start to read like th...

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The Dirt on (and Under) Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon has been around and has been a success for a long, long while, but its origins were only recently discovered. A University of Davis duo discovered just 12 years ago that its parents are Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc. Chances a...

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Chile: Producing What Your Customers Want

Customers are a fickle lot. Their favorites of yesterday are their forgotten of today. So how can you stay ahead of the consumer curve? Innovate, take risks and check out some market research we’ve been following!

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Top 10 Red Blends Under $20

I began today ostensibly writing about Meritage wines and Bordeaux, but then the truth interfered. The truth is, Meritage wines, and some of Bordeaux can't really be distinguished today from many other more 'inventive' blends that are creeping into the...

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Wines Then and Now: Part 3

This is the final part in a three part series on wine prices over the past decade. Part one, with an introduction and a look at the wines of Piedmont  can be found here, while part two, focusing on the wines of both Tuscany and the Rhone Valley can be ...

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Château Pavie Macquin Rosé Blend Bordeaux Rosé Rosé (2008)

Winery: Château Pavie-Macquin
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Rosé
Type: Table Wines
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Nicki Gig

a merlot based rose offering nice raspberry and strawberry notes, a little bit of red spice combined with the red fruit characteristics, dry and enjoyable

Château Recougne Red Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Supérieur (2005)

Winery: Château Recougne
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
Varietal: Merlot , Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Table Wines
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JosephV77

This is a great low priced Bordeaux. I prefer this with a hearty meal and on a cold night. There are layers of curant and a earthy tone that opens up with decanting.

Le Frappé (NV)

Winery: La Winery Philippe Raoux
Region: France » Bordeaux » Crémant de Bordeaux
Varietal: Sémillon
Type: Sparkling Wines
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raindance

I thought on the first sip on New Years Day, 2011, I was drinking hard cider and didn't like it much, but Mary loved it. So the next day when we finished the bottle while unChristmasing the house, I came around some to her way of thinking. While we bot...

Bolaire Bordeaux Superior (2009)

Winery: Château Bolaire
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
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zufrieden

This rich, deep, deep red wine exudes cigar, cranberry and a touch of cedar. Very smooth - even creamy - on entry with silky tannin that requires no further aging to soften. Finish is pleasant and medium with decent grip. Superb value for current dri...

Château Pavie Macquin Rosé Blend Bordeaux Rosé Rosé (2008)

Winery: Château Pavie-Macquin
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Rosé
Type: Table Wines
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rjpease

This wine is very fruity and clean. Beautiful interpretation of a modern styled Rose.

Château Brown Lamartine Red Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Supérieur (2005)

Winery: Château Brown Lamartine
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
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vin0vin0

Very nice '05 Bordeaux that started out with a bit of medicine but quickly came around with dark plum, blackberry, medium tannin and medium oak. Nothing over the top but nicely balanced with a decent finish. Needed some air time to open up.

Chateau Montroc (2005)

Winery: Chateau Montroc
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
Type: Table Wines
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devonl

Refreshing and light

Château de Macard Red Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Supérieur (2009)

Winery: Château de Macard
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
Varietal: Cabernet Franc , Merlot , Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Table Wines
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Craig Bilodeau

Served this wine at a dinner party and everyone loved it. Well balanced with nice acidity and medium tannins. Notes of dark fruit, including plum, blackberry, and hint of cassis. Some earth and tobacco on a nice medium the finish. Very enjoyable (a...

Château Ballan-Larquette Red Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Contrôlée (2008)

Winery: Vignobles Chaigne et Fils
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Blanc Sec
Varietal: Sauvignon , Sémillon
Type: Table Wines
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TheKozars

Dry, refreshing, not fruity. Similar strength to a Vernaccia. Purchased July 2010. $14.99 BM

Chateau Croix Mouton Bordeaux Superieur (2009)

Winery: Château Croix Mouton
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux Supérieur
Varietal: Merlot , Cabernet Franc
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zufrieden

A hint of damson fruit and plum on the nose - somewhat dumb or lacking a fresh fruit expression. Robe a deep cherry red. Entry is smooth with little tannin evident, mildly plummy with a fairly forward dill. Finishes smoothly and effects are of short t...

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Haut-Mazeris Red Bordeaux Blend Canon-Fronsac
Winery: Château Haut-Mazeris
Region: France » Bordeaux » Canon Fronsac
Type: Table Wines

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Duck Breast with Saba and Grapes

Reduced grape must (saba) boosts the grape flavor in this rich, sweet sauce. Serve with wilted spinach and roasted turnips or potatoes. Read more »

Château Gloria Red Bordeaux Blend St. Julien
Winery: Château Gloria
Region: France » Bordeaux » Saint-Julien
Type: Table Wines

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Lavender Lamb Chops

Although lavender is usually valued for its aromatic contribution to sachets and pot-pourri, it adds, when used sparingly, an interesting undertone to more familiar herbs such as rosemary and thyme... Read more »

Yvecourt
Winery: Yvecourt
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux AOC
Type: Table Wines

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Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Duck Confit and Swiss Chard

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Château de Francs Red Bordeaux Blend St. Émilion
Winery: Château de Francs
Region: France » Bordeaux » Côtes de Francs
Type: Table Wines

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Roast Magret Duck Breasts with Shaved Black Truffles

Magret duck breasts come from Moulard ducks; you can also use smaller Muscovy duck breasts. Both are available at some supermarkets or at dartagnan.com. Read more »

Château Marquis de Terme Red Bordeaux Blend Margaux
Winery: Château Marquis de Terme
Region: France » Bordeaux » Margaux
Type: Table Wines

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Thyme-Roasted Duck Breast with Orange-Wine Sauce

Notes: Duck breasts are widely available in supermarkets these days, fresh or frozen. If you don't see them in the meat counter, ask for them to be ordered. If they're frozen, thaw (in their plasti... Read more »

Château La Croix Canon Red Bordeaux Blend Canon-Fronsac
Winery: Château La Croix Canon
Region: France » Bordeaux » Canon Fronsac
Type: Table Wines

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Lamb Chops Stuffed with Almonds, Lemon and Garlic

This will work best with loin or rib chops, at least 1 inch thick. Read more »

Haut-Mazeris Red Bordeaux Blend Canon-Fronsac
Winery: Château Haut-Mazeris
Region: France » Bordeaux » Canon Fronsac
Color: Red Wines

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Lamb Chops with Lemon, Thyme & Mustard Butter

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Château Haut-Bailly Red Bordeaux Blend Pessac-Léognan
Winery: Château Haut-Bailly
Region: France » Bordeaux » Graves » Pessac-Léognan
Type: Table Wines

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Lamb Chops with Basmati Rice

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Château Mouton Rothschild Red Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Contrôlée Aile d'Argent
Winery: Viña Almaviva
Region: France » Bordeaux » Bordeaux AOC
Type: Table Wines

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Pan-Roasted Duck Breasts with Sherry, Honey & Thyme Sauce

You can dress up this dish by adding a few dried figs, if you like. Trim off the stems and, depending on their size, halve or quarter them. Soak the figs in the sherry for 10 minutes and then drain... Read more »

Château Olivier Red Bordeaux Blend Pessac-Léognan
Winery: Chateau Olivier
Region: France » Bordeaux » Graves » Pessac-Léognan
Type: Table Wines

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Greek Lamb Chops

For a complete Greek feast, try these juicy lamb chops with couscous tossed with chopped tomato, cucumber, and feta cheese. Read more »

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Subregions of Bordeaux

  • Fronsac

    Fronsac Fronsac is a good-sized appellation in Bordeaux, on the right bank of the Dordogne...

  • Graves

    Graves Graves is a very important part of Bordeaux, located downstream (south) of the city...

  • Graves Supérieures

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  • Margaux

    Margaux Margaux is a commune in the Medoc, which is part of Bordeaux. First growth Ch. Mar...

  • Médoc

      The Medoc is probably the best-known part of Bordeaux. It is located west of the Gironde, ...

  • Pauillac

    Pauillac Pauillac is a commune in Bordeaux which is situated in the Medoc. Cabernet Sauvig...

  • Pomerol

      Pomerol is a commune on the right bank of the Dordogne, in Bordeaux. Most of the producers...

  • Sainte-Croix-du-Mont

    A small appellation located in the area around the picturesque little town of Sainte-Croix-du-Mon...

  • Saint-Emilion

    St-Emilion is a commune in Bordeaux which is located along the right (northeast) bank of the Do...

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