Bordeaux Supérieur

Bordeaux Supérieur is an elevated appellation that spans the entire Bordeaux region of France, requiring wines to meet stricter production standards than basic Bordeaux AOC, including higher minimum alcohol levels and longer aging requirements. The terroir varies widely across the region's diverse landscapes, but generally features maritime climate influences, with varied soils including gravel, limestone, clay, and sand. Red Bordeaux Supérieur wines primarily use Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, producing fuller-bodied, more complex wines with greater aging potential than standard Bordeaux.