Grape Varieties
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
Most Famous Site
Vayres, Arveyres
Vineyard Area
700 ha
Harvest
September – October
TERROIR PROFILE · Bordeaux
Graves de Vayres Gravel enclave on the Dordogne
Graves de Vayres: gravel on the left bank of the Dordogne, fruity reds and whites.
SOILS
Gravel / Sandlight, approachable
Gravel and sand drain heavily — vines struggle for water, wines turn fine, light and elegant.
CLIMATE · Maritime
Mild Atlantic, close to the Dordogne.
TOPOGRAPHY · gentle
Flat gravel opposite Libourne.
WHAT IT MEANS IN THE GLASS
Typical Flavours of the Region
Sauvignon Blanc
WhiteCabernet Sauvignon
RedMerlot
RedSémillon
WhiteRegion aroma cloud
Bordeaux overview
This sub-region is part of Bordeaux. The map shows all 23 sub-regions — Graves de Vayres is highlighted.
Overview
Typical Varieties
Terroir & Climate
Soil Type
Gravel, sand
Top profiles
1 detailed profiles — all filterable in the list below
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which grape varieties define Graves de Vayres?
The key grape varieties in Graves de Vayres are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. The best-known vineyard is Vayres, Arveyres.
When is the best time to visit Graves de Vayres for wine?
The harvest in Graves de Vayres takes place September – October – when vineyards and cellars are busiest. May to July suits tastings without harvest bustle; many estates open their tasting rooms off-season by appointment.
What does the terroir of Graves de Vayres taste like?
Soils: Gravel, sand. Together they shape structure, acidity and aromatics – see the terroir profile above.
How many wineries are there in Graves de Vayres?
Cellarmap lists 6 wineries in Graves de Vayres across roughly 700 hectares of vines. Every profile shows location, contact, grape varieties and, where available, vineyards, classification and visitor information.
Which is the most famous vineyard in Graves de Vayres?
Vayres, Arveyres is regarded as the most famous vineyard of Graves de Vayres. The vineyard overview on this page shows which estates farm it.
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