Bordeaux is the benchmark for structured, blended red wine, split by the Gironde estuary into a Cabernet-led Left Bank and a Merlot-led Right Bank. Its finest châteaux produce cellar-worthy classics, while everyday Bordeaux delivers reliable, food-friendly claret.
At a glance
- Country
- France
- Climate
- Moderate maritime, warmed by the Gulf Stream and cooled by the Atlantic.
- Known for
- Full-bodied red blend, Dry white blend, Sweet Sauternes
- Type
- region
Signature grapes
The varieties that define Bordeaux. Tap any grape to learn how it tastes and what to eat with it.
What to eat with Bordeaux wine
Roast Lamb
Herb-crusted lamb loves a savoury, structured red.
Ribeye Steak
A rich, fatty steak calls for a bold red with enough tannin to cut through it.
Aged Cheddar
Sharp, crumbly, savoury cheddar wants a bold red or a nutty fortified wine.