Bordeaux' Rive Gauche: The heart of prestige wine

The Route des Châteaux du Médoc is probably the most famous wine route in the world; it clearly shows the extent to which wine is produced in the Bordelais. The 80 km-road stretches from the north of the city of Bordeaux to the Pointe de Grave, the northernmost tip of the Médoc peninsula. As you traverse it you'll see vine after vine, as well as countless signs that lead you to the nearest château – and thus to the next tasting.