48 hours in Bordeaux | The greatest destinations in the vineyards of France – France’s official wine tourism portal

More than just the world capital of wine. Bordeaux also has a famous historic centre, classified as a World Heritage Site for its 18th century architecture, with village-like districts that are a goldmine for inquisitive gourmets.

Day two is where things get serious as you spend a day in the vineyards. The focus is terroir but there are some surprises in store too. The days of routine vineyard visits are long gone. For around 20 years, the region’s châteaux have been working hard to wow visitors and showcase their terroir. A journey deep into the very best that wine tourism has to offer.