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Map of dordogne river1/25/2024 (And if you look at a map of the South West of France, you can see that this region is close to the Dordogne River. Monbazillac: produces botrytized sweet wine from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc (but is a bit more wallet friendly that Sauternes). Ready for this amazingness? Let’s dive in…Īs mentioned, Dordogne is located to the east of Entre-Deux-Mers, producing wines from the same grape varieties used in Bordeaux, so it may come as no surprise that the climate of The Dordogne is similar to that of Bordeaux as well ( moderate maritime), although it is further east so receives less of the direct maritime influences that affect Bordeaux: the Gulf Stream, a warm ocean current that extends the growing season and the Atlantic air that produces humidity and rainfall.īergerac: produces both red and white wines from the same varieties used in Bordeaux What is referrred to as “ The South West of France” is a compilation of a number of wine regions utilizing grapes that are not often used in Bordeaux, if at all. To set the scene, Dordogne is located to the east of Entre-Deux-Mers (Bordeaux), producing wines from the same grape varieties used in that region. But before I do, the OCD in me needs to cover one last section: Dordogne and South West France. You guys, I have to get out of France and move on to other countries. Categories: General Knowledge (元), Wine, Wine 101
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