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Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux

Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux wine guide: the appellation in France, its Merlot, the red wine it makes, and what to pour it with.

Country
France
Climate
Maritime/oceanic
Signature grape
Merlot
Styles
red
6
Signature grapes
8
Bottles to find

Wine from Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux comes out of Cotes de Bordeaux, France, where it sits as an appellation.

The signature grape is Merlot, backed by Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, plus one more.

The ground underneath is clay and gravel.

The climate is maritime/oceanic.

The region is known for red wine.

Best drunk young.

Soil
ClayGravel
Climate
Maritime/oceanic
Styles
red

Grapes planted here.

Bottles to look for.

  • Chateau Alcee, Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux, France
  • Chateau Angelus 'Clos du Milieu', Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux, France
  • Chateau Brisson, Cotes de Castillon, France
  • Chateau Cap de Faugeres, Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux, France
  • Chateau Clos L'Eglise, Cotes de Castillon, France
  • Chateau Cote Montpezat, Cotes de Castillon, France
  • Chateau d'Aiguilhe, Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux, France
  • Chateau de Pitray, Cotes de Castillon, France

Serving and cellaring.

  • Best drunk young.

Nearby regions.

Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux: common questions

01.
What grapes is Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux known for?
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Merlot is the signature grape of Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot are also planted here.
02.
What kind of wine does Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux make?
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Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux produces red wine.
03.
Where is Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux?
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You will find Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux in France, where it is an appellation.
04.
How long does Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux wine age?
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Best drunk young, though it varies by producer and vintage.

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