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Haut Medoc

The Haut Medoc lies to the South of the Medoc overall area, beginning just north of Saint-Estephe and finishing close to the outskirts of the city of Bordeaux. It covers over 2 thirds of the entire Medoc appellation, and is without doubt, the most famous wine area in the world, covering more fine wine chateaux and appellations by hectare, than any other wine region in the world.

About & History

The appellation Haut Medoc applies to any wine that is produced from grapes grown in this area. Cabernet Sauvignon dominates on the cool, gravel-rich soils, with good drainage, which are the best for the development of this slow-ripening grape variety. The Merlot grape, which plays a supporting role to Cabernet Sauvignon in this area, performs best on the heavier clay soils, away from the river.

The Haut Medoc is home to four of the five Premier Cru Bordeaux designations – Pauillac, Saint-Estephe, Margaux and Saint–Julien. In addition, there are 2 other specified appellations, which are less known and recognised, but offer superb value for money for Bordeaux lovers and for those who are at the early stages of exploring the region.

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Haut Medoc Wine Prices

Chateau Barreyres Haut-Medoc
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Chateau Barreyres Haut-Medoc
Chateau Haut Plantey Medoc
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Chateau Haut Plantey Medoc
Château de Sainte Gemme Haut-Médoc
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Château de Sainte Gemme Haut-Médoc
Fortnum's Haut Médoc, Tours De Charmail
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Fortnum's Haut Médoc, Tours De Charmail
Chateau Cap L'Ousteau Haut Medoc Bordeaux
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Chateau Cap L'Ousteau Haut Medoc Bordeaux
Les Allees de Cantemerle Haut Medoc 2018
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Les Allees de Cantemerle Haut Medoc 2018
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Château Caronne St-Gemme Haut-Médoc
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Château Caronne St-Gemme Haut-Médoc
Château Coufran Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois Supé...
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Chateau Cantemerle Haut Medoc
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Chateau Cantemerle Haut Medoc
Esprit de Doyac Haut-Medoc
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Esprit de Doyac Haut-Medoc
Haut-Medoc, L'Etoile de Villegeorge
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