Appellation Médoc - AOC - History and Wines

The Médoc Appellation, located in the prestigious Bordeaux region of France, is synonymous with exceptional red wines. Recognised as an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC), it stretches along the left bank of the Gironde. The terroir consists of gravelly soils that provide excellent drainage, perfect for iconic grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot.

Médoc wines are renowned for their tannic structure, depth, and ageing potential. They offer complex aromas of dark fruits, tobacco, leather, and sometimes a hint of cedar. In addition to producing high-quality wines, this region is home to some of the most famous châteaux, enhancing its worldwide reputation.

For wine cellar management enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of the Médoc AOC is essential for optimising your collection management. Cellar management tools facilitate the tracking of vintages and storage conditions, ensuring each bottle reaches its peak before being savoured.

Keywords: Médoc, Bordeaux, AOC, wine cellar management, grape varieties, châteaux, vintages, terroir.

Wines of the Médoc - AOC appellation

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Bordeaux - Médoc

Château Saint Sauveur - L'homme de cœur

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Bordeaux Médoc Cru Bourgeois Supérieur Château Haut-Bana 2023

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Bordeaux - Médoc - 2023

Château Haut-Bana

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Maturity

Bordeaux - Médoc - 2018

Château Camblanc

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Undetermined

Bordeaux - Médoc - 2015

Château Greysac

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Other appellations from the region Bordeaux

Barsac Blaye Bordeaux Bordeaux Supérieur Cadillac Fronsac Cérons Côtes de Blaye Côtes-de-Bordeaux Côtes de Bordeaux Saint-Macaire Côtes-de-bourg Crémant-de-Bordeaux Entre-deux-Mers Graves Graves-de-Vayres Graves Supérieures Pomerol Listrac-Médoc Loupiac Saint-Émilion Margaux Montagne-Saint-Émilion Moulis-en-Médoc Pauillac Pessac-Léognan Premières Côtes de Bordeaux Puisseguin-Saint-Émilion Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Saint-Estèphe Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion Saint-Julien Sainte-Croix-Du-Mont Sainte-Foy-Bordeaux Sauternes Blaye-Côtes-de-Bordeaux Bordeaux White Bordeaux Clairet Bordeaux Haut-Benauge Bordeaux Rosé Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux Entre-deux-Mers Haut-Benauge Francs Côtes de Bordeaux Blaye-Côtes-de-Bordeaux Lalande-de-Pomerol Lussac-Saint-Émilion Haut-Médoc Unspecified Canon-Fronsac