Bordeaux is a large region carved out by rivers, with a wealth of grapes, winemaking styles and history. Bordeaux is often associated with wealth, due to its powerful brokers, large negoçiants, and imposing Chateaux. While the bigness and power of this region are often what people see first, Bordeaux at its core is a gastronomic wine. These are great wines with food, from the dry whites to the big red blends and the sweet Sauternes. And they also sometimes make for great investments.