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Entre-deux-Mers

Bordeaux

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Bordeaux appellations

The land between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, producing fresh, aromatic dry whites under the Entre-deux-Mers appellation. The surrounding Côtes appellations on the hillsides of Cadillac, Sainte-Foy, and Francs offer good-value reds. Graves de Vayres, on the left bank of the Dordogne, also falls within this area.

The wines of Entre-deux-Mers are made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and other Bordeaux varieties.

5–117 m

Elevation range

redwhite

Wine styles

12 Appellations

Avg. slope 3.1°

20 Châteaux

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Nearby Appellations

To the west Left Bank

To the east Right Bank

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Terroir & Character

Terroir

ClayLimestoneGravel

This combination of soils contributes to the distinctive character and complexity of Entre-deux-Mers wines.

Grapes of Bordeaux

Cabernet Sauvignon

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
blackcurrantgreen bell peppermintcedar

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

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
plumblackberrystrawberrybay leaf

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

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
strawberryraspberrybell pepperviolet

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

Sauvignon Blanc

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
grassasparaguspassion fruitgrapefruit

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.

Sémillon

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
green applelemongrasshoney

Blended with Sauvignon Blanc

Bordeaux Red Blend

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
blackcurrantplumcedartobacco

Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant on the Left Bank, Merlot-dominant on the Right Bank

Bordeaux White Blend

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
citrusgrapefruitwhite peachgooseberry

Dry whites from Pessac-Léognan are the finest, combining Sauvignon Blanc freshness with Sémillon richness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Entre-deux-Mers & Côtes known for?▼
Entre-deux-Mers & Côtes is known for offering excellent value wines across a wide range of styles. The region encompasses rolling hillsides and river valleys, from the limestone slopes of Castillon to the clay hills of Blaye, with Entre-deux-Mers nestled between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers.
What does Entre-deux-Mers & Côtes wine taste like?▼
The wines vary significantly depending on the specific appellation and terroir within this diverse region. Generally, they offer fresh, approachable styles that reflect their limestone, clay, and gravel soils, ranging from crisp whites to medium-bodied reds with good fruit expression.
What grapes are grown in Entre-deux-Mers & Côtes?▼
The region grows classic Bordeaux varieties including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc for reds. For whites, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Muscadelle are the primary varieties used.
What makes Entre-deux-Mers & Côtes different from its neighbors?▼
This region stands out for its exceptional value proposition and stylistic diversity across multiple appellations within the broader area. The varied topography of rolling hills and river valleys creates distinct microclimates and soil compositions that produce wines with different character profiles than the more prestigious neighboring appellations.
What soil types are found in Entre-deux-Mers & Côtes?▼
The region features three main soil types: clay, limestone, and gravel. These diverse soils are distributed across the rolling landscape, with limestone particularly prominent on slopes like those in Castillon and clay dominating areas like the hills of Blaye.

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