This Bordeaux wine region produces red wines and the main grape varieties are: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, cot, petit verdot and carmenere. Two classifications other than the AOC existe for the wines of the Medoc: The famous 1855 classification that is composed of the red wines as well as the Sauternes and Barsac sweet white wines on one hand, and the more recent 1932 classification, punctually revised, that concerns the Crus Bourgeois of the Medoc and that is composed of only the red wines.
The wines of the Medoc are red wines that can be laid down over a medium or long period. To reach their full potential, they require from 2 to more than 10 years of storage. They then keep this potential over several years. Of a dark red rubis robe, close to black at a young age, they become of a typical "Bordeaux" color as they age. The most significant aromas that can be found in a Medoc wine goes from red berries to black berries not forgetting spicy aromas such as pepper, licorice, eucalyptus or mint. Other aromas include coffee, cocoa, chocolate or tobacco or even oak, toasted bread, burn and this is mainly due to aging in oak barrel. Medoc wines are also known to be very structured and full bodied wines. Their young tannins might be aggressive but with the appropriate time of storage, their roundness and length in mouth are truly remarkable.
OPHORUS BORDEAUX WINE TOURS IN THE MEDOC
At Ophorus we have decided to bring you the best of the Medoc through our small group Bordeaux wine tours. Departing from Bordeaux we have several Bordeaux wine day trips that will take you to the Medoc wine producing region. All our Bordeaux wine tours in the Medoc include wine tastings in some of the most prestigious Chateaus that have been classified in 1855. Because of this, you will be able to experience what makes a Bordeaux winery tour such a special treat for both amateurs and wine lovers alike.
Typically, one of our Bordeaux wine tours towards the Medoc will allow you to discover different appellations of the region. Our tours head towards Margaux, Saint Julien, Pauillac and Saint Estephe where most of the very prestigious Chateaus are located.We take care of all the reservations to the wineries and all tasting fees are included .
We organise three tours that head towards the Medoc. If you follow the links you will discover all relevant information concerning these tours:
All tours are handled by experienced licensed wine guides that will give you all necessary information concerning the wine making process, the Bordeaux vineyard and even tips for wine pairing... All tours take place on board recent and fully equipped minivans that insure comfort and security for all. For more information on the Bordeaux vineyard and Bordeaux wine tours please refer to links that I have placed in my preferred links table.
