Discovering the Medoc Wine Growing RegionWritten by Seb Jay
Bordered by forests and grand estuary of Gironde in Southwest France is one of world's most revered wine growing regions - The Medoc. Literally a stone's throw away from magnificent city of Bordeaux Medoc wine growing region stretches up along Medoc Peninsula for approximately 45 miles. Immaculately groomed vineyards await, steeped in a history of grape cultivation that has led to production of many vintage red Medoc-Bordeaux wines during last few centuries.Our journey begins to north of Bordeaux in town of Blanquefort - gateway to Medoc wine growing region. From here D2 autoroute travels northwards cutting a path between forest and marshes that lead down to Gironde Estuary. The ground undulates through gentle crests and troughs, but overall is rather flat, allowing views of vine-covered land for as far as eye can see. The landscape too is very photogenic, lush green vines contrasting against lines of sandy coloured soils and light gravels, set against a deep azure sky. By far largest wine growing area in Medoc is regional appellation known as Haute-Medoc. It covers area from Blanquefort to an area midway between Vertheuil and St Germain d'Esteuil in an almost unbroken run and is region which produces most diverse range of wines. Grape varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carmenère, Merlot Noir and Petit Verdot - all full-bodied, lively reds that develop a distinct bouquet over time.
| | Florida Vacation VillasWritten by Art McCarty
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Prices begin at around $45 per night, a discount price for sure. The Days Inn 192 Orlando-Kissimmee is just 10 minutes to Disneyworld with free shuttle service, heated pool and free continental breakfast all starting at just $45 per night. This is just a sampling. Other great deals for cheap villas can be found by visiting www.orlandoinfo.com.
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