Hi Guys,
There are now three such sites in the Gironde department:
- Saint-Emilion (since 1999)
- Bordeaux (since last summer)
- Citadelle de Blaye (as part of the network of fortifications built by Vauban)
http://www.lefigaro.fr/culture/2008/09/ ... manite.php
This is a huge boon to tourism, but also calls for a major effort to retain the distinction.
Once you have got Yquem, Mouton, and Cheval Blanc out of your system, you would do well to visit Blaye. You won't regret it.
There has been a big increase in wine tourism of late, and the Bourg/Blaye region is not only beautiful, but the wines can be very good indeed - and they are almost always inexpensive.
Best regards,
Alex R.