2. Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux is not only a beautiful city to visit, but it is also a superb wine region, split in half by the Garonne River. In total, there are some 30 smaller regions -- including Medoc, Graves, Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, and Entre-Deux-Mers -- and nearly 300,000 vineyards. They all produce very distinct wines, with popular grape varieties including merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet Franc, semillon, and sauvignon blanc.
Bordeaux itself is the best place to set up camp, since the city is wonderful and also has the Cite du Vin, a superb, modern, interactive wine museum where you can brush up on your knowledge before heading out to the vineyards. Where you visit really depends on your tastes, but stopping by the old town of Saint-Emilion is a must, even just to taste the fresh oysters over a glass of chilled white wine at the market.
Pro Tip: My favorite way to explore the wine regions around Bordeaux is by private car, with a driver who takes you to your chosen vineyards, waits for you, and eventually deposits you safely back at your hotel. You’ll find a wide selection of customizable tours available.
August 08, 2020 at 09:59PM
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