Bordeaux wine festival attracts visitors staying in Aquitaine Gironde villas

The Bordeaux area encompasses over nine thousand chateaux which cultivate around one hundred and twenty thousand hectares of vines including fifty five appellations. Over seven million bottles of Bordeaux red wine are produced each year and the UK is one of the biggest purchasers.

The Aquitaine Gironde area encompasses the Medoc where some of the greatest Grand Cru reds are produced and is within easy striking distance of the beautiful vineyards of the renowned Saint Emilion.

The Bordeaux fete le vin event attracts visitors from all over the world, wine aficionados of course but it is also a big attraction for holidaymakers and for many of those taking an Aquitaine Gironde villa holiday it is a must. What better way to pick up some first hand wine tips (English speaking guides available) and have the chance to taste the worlds best wines, stock up the villa and the car boot.

Bordeaux is a wonderful city with magnificent architecture, a proud heritage, excellent shopping and some of the best restaurants in France so there are many reasons to make a day of a trip to Bordeaux from your holiday villa in Aquitaine Gironde.

To book one of our Aquitaine Gironde villas view the Villas Worldwide selection of self catering villas in France and choose the Aquitaine range. If you prefer you can call one of our experienced advisors who will help you work out travel options and tell you more about the houses. We can even advise on wine tours so please call or send an email.