Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux is an appellation that covers an area of more than 6,500 hectares. The vines of the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation are planted on diversified soils composed of clay-limestone, clay-gravel, clay and silica-gravel soils. The Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation produces both red and white wines. The reds are made from multiple blends of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot (the majority). The red wines of the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation are quite frank on the palate and offer a nice suppleness. The whites, on the other hand, are mainly made from Sauvignon Blanc, the majority of the blends. It is accompanied by Sémillon or Muscadelle. They are vigorous with a great freshness.
