Cadillac

Bordeaux

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A sweet-wine AOC on the right bank of the Garonne, opposite Sauternes. Botrytised Sémillon-led blends in a lighter, more affordable register than Sauternes. Best drunk in their first decade.

The wines of Cadillac are made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and other Bordeaux varieties.

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Vineyard Map

Terroir

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This combination of soils contributes to the distinctive character and complexity of Cadillac wines.

Grapes of Bordeaux

Cabernet Sauvignon

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The Left Bank's home grape, on deep gravel beds. Cassis, cedar, graphite, and tobacco, framed by firm tannin built for decades of cellaring.

Merlot

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Bordeaux's Right Bank lives on Merlot. Pomerol's iron-rich clay yields plush plum, black cherry, and truffle; Saint-Émilion's limestone adds elegance, cigar box, and length.

Cabernet Franc

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Riper, plummier, more structured. Key blending partner in Saint-Emilion and Pomerol.

Sauvignon Blanc

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Bordeaux's dry whites blend Sauvignon Blanc with Sémillon on Pessac-Léognan gravel. Lemon, peach, and white flowers; barrel age brings cream and honey over a decade.