Bordeaux Wine Country
The most famous wine region in the world - a vast landscape of chateaux and vineyards producing legendary reds, around an elegant UNESCO city.
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Bordeaux is the most famous wine region on earth, a vast landscape of vineyards and grand chateaux along the Gironde estuary producing the legendary reds of the Medoc, Saint-Emilion and Pomerol. At its heart lies the elegant UNESCO-listed city of Bordeaux, its riverfront and boulevards a showcase of 18th-century grandeur, with a striking modern wine museum.
What you actually see
- The wine chateaux - the grand estates of the Medoc and the Right Bank.
- Saint-Emilion - the pretty medieval wine village on its slope.
- The city of Bordeaux - the elegant UNESCO riverfront and boulevards.
- La Cite du Vin - the striking modern museum of wine.
When to go
Late spring to autumn for the vineyards and tastings; September and October for the harvest and golden vines. The city is pleasant year-round.
Honest expectations
The grandest chateaux require appointments and can be expensive and formal; Saint-Emilion and smaller estates are more welcoming. It is a driving region for the vineyards, so plan a designated driver or a tour. The city and the wine country are best combined.
Nearby
The Dune du Pilat and Arcachon are on the coast; the Dordogne lies to the east.
What to pack for Bordeaux Wine Country
Chosen from what this place is for. Tap a kit for the full checklist.
Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
