Climate / Geography
The entire area has a temperate and mild climate resulting from the
proximity of the ocean, which is favourable to the wine.
Protected from winds of the Atlantic by the vast Landes forest in the
Gironde department, the vineyards of Graves stretch along a narrow band of
land on the left bank of the Garonne river between Bordeaux to the north
and Langon to the south.
Vineyards are primarily located on gravely terraces with a limestone
sub-soil. The exceptional nature of the soil depends on the variety of the
stones and pebbles.
Types of Wine / Grapes
Wines from the Graves region have always been famous for their great
finesse and ageing potential.
The Red Graves are marked by the power and aromatic elegance of the
Cabernet Sauvignon grape. The wines have a deep purple colour and a subtle
bouquet of wood and fruit, and a long, well-structured taste.
The region’s dry white wines are brilliant and light in colour, and
often have floral aromas. The vines are essentially Sémillon and
Sauvignon Blanc.
Further information about the region (wine, tourism,
events)
www.vins-graves.com
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