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Nowhere is this more evident than in Bordeaux, France, where the Gironde estuary divides the region into two distinct viticultural zones: the Left Bank and the Right Bank. While both produce Merlot-based wines, the differences in soil, climate, and blending
Cabernet Sauvignon, the king of red grapes, thrives in diverse climates and terrains. However, some of the most exceptional expressions of this noble variety come from high-altitude vineyards. The combination of elevation, temperature shifts, and sunlight exposure creates wines with