Cotes de Bordeaux is an appellation created in 2009 that merged four other small appellations within Bordeaux including Premiere Côtes de Blaye and Cotes de Castillon. Today, within Cotes de Bordeaux there are five sub-appellations, including Côtes de Bordeaux Blaye and Côtes de Bordeaux Cadillac.

Production is primarily red wine in the Cotes de Bordeaux; varieties are the same as throughout the region: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. For whites, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Muscadelle are used for the blends.

Both the reds and whites are lighter than most other examples of Bordeaux, as they are meant to be consumed within two to three years for the whites, and three to five years for the reds. Acidity on the whites is moderate, and not too high on the reds. Pair the wines with seafood (whites) or with light red meats or casseroles (reds). (Wine/Appellations)