APPELLATION

Pauillac was home to a busy port from the dawn of history until the 21st century thanks to its privileged location halfway between the mouth of the Gironde Estuary and the city of Bordeaux. Many ships stopped over in Pauillac before going upriver to Bordeaux or else out to sea.
Winegrowing in Pauillac dates back to the Late Middle Ages and developed significantly over the centuries. However, it was the creation of large estates from the early 17th century to the late 19th century that gave Pauillac the importance it has today. It is also the commune with the greatest number of first growths in the 1855 classification.

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