Summary

A traditional Bordeaux variety that contributed intense color and tanning but fell out of favor due its need for an extremely long growing season and fragility in the vineyard. However, it has gained popularity in warm new world regions where it can ripen reliably.

Important Wines

• Bordeaux AOC Rouge
  (Acceptable to Good)
• Haut Medoc Cru Bourgeois
  (Good to Very Good)
• Haut Medoc or Graves Grand Cru Classé
  (Outstanding)

Regional Synonyms

• Verdot

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