Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur are in fact
two different appellations, the latter often believed to be of a better
quality. But more specifically a Bordeaux Supérieur wine contains more
alcohol than a Bordeaux wine and its yield is approximately 10% inferior.
Climate / Geography
As Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur wines are produced in areas spread
throughout the Bordeaux region, their climate and especially their soil
are disparate. Generally speaking these wines still benefit from the ocean
influence, however their largest production areas are located in the
far East, North and South of the whole Bordeaux vineyards
Types of Wine / Grapes
The different grape varieties and growing conditions produce
still wines (dry and sweet whites, reds rosés and clairet) as
well as sparkling wines (white and rosés). The AOC Crémant de
Bordeaux can be produced in the whole Gironde wine area. We must not
forget the "Fine Bordeaux", a type of brandy that is also
produced in the Gironde area, close to the Cognac area.
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