Medoc Wines
The Médoc is one of the most prestigious wine regions in Bordeaux, France, located on the Left Bank of the Gironde estuary. It is renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines, known for their elegance, structure, and aging potential.
The Médoc Wine Region
is divided between the Bas-Médoc (simply called Médoc) – Located to the north, with more clay-heavy soils, producing wines that are often softer and more approachable. Haut-Médoc is the more prestigious southern part, home to many of Bordeaux's most famous appellations.The Haut Médoc World Famous Apellations
Pauillac
- Home to three First Growths (Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild); known for powerful, structured wines.Margaux
- Elegant and perfumed wines, including Château Margaux.Saint-Julien
– Balanced and refined wines, like Château Léoville Las Cases.Saint-Estèphe
– More tannic and full-bodied wines.Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc
– Lesser-known but still high-quality wines.