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Is it stil necessary to present the Bordeaux wine designations? Historical flagship of the French viticulture since the Napoleon classification of 1855, it's today the best selling in the world.

In red wine, it includes the sub-appellations of Bordeaux rouge and Bordeaux supérieur rouge. On the variety side, it's a cabernet-sauvignon frame, usually accompanied by some merlot for the roundness and sometimes some cabernet-franc for the finesse touch.

In white wine, it includes the AOC (Controlled Designation of Origin) Bordeaux blanc and Bordeaux supérieur blanc. These white wines are made from the sauvignon, sémillon and muscadet varieties.

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AOC Bordeaux: Everything you need to know about the wines of this appellation

History of the AOC Bordeaux appellation

The history of the vineyards of the AOC Bordeaux appellation is rich and ancient, dating back to Roman times. It has thrived over the centuries to become one of the most prestigious vineyards in the world.

Climate and terroir of the AOC Bordeaux appellation

  • Climate: The AOC Bordeaux vineyards benefit from a temperate oceanic climate, with relatively mild winters and well-distributed rainfall, and fairly warm summers.
  • Soils: The terroir of the AOC Bordeaux appellation consists of diverse soils, ranging from gravel to clay and limestone, offering a wide variety of characteristics to the wine.

The essential grape varieties of the AOC Bordeaux appellation

The wines of the AOC Bordeaux are blends of grape varieties, the main ones being Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon (for red, rosé, and clairet), and Sémillon and Sauvignon (for white). Some auxiliary grape varieties are also allowed, such as:

  • Malbec (red and rosé)
  • Carmenère (red and rosé)
  • Petit Verdot (red and rosé)
  • Muscadelle (white)

Style of AOC Bordeaux wines

  • White: The color can range from pale yellow to deep gold depending on the domain. AOC Bordeaux white wines, often dominated by Sauvignon, are characterized by aromas of white flowers, citrus fruits (mandarin, lemon, grapefruit), and sometimes vanilla (when aged in oak barrels).
  • Rosé: The color ranges from pale pink to intense pink in the case of clairet. The nose reveals aromas of red fruits (strawberries, raspberries), and citrus. The palate is often soft and supple, with a hint of tannins in the clairets.
  • Red: AOC Bordeaux red wines vary greatly in style from one chateau to another. From soft and fruity red wine, with notes of red and black fruits, to powerful and woody wine, there is something for every taste.

The best food and wine pairings with AOC Bordeaux wines

Here are some ideas for dishes to accompany a wine from a chateau or domaine in the AOC Bordeaux appellation, whether white, red, or rosé:

  • White: Shrimp and avocado verrine, asparagus flan.
  • Rosé: Salmon tagliatelle, rosette (cured pork sausage).
  • Red: Duck breast, beef flank steak, Basque chicken stew.