The Epic Tale of Bordeaux
Experience the great history of Bordeaux
Did you know that the Bordeaux region became a major winemaking area thanks to its port, which was already a major point of export at the time of Roman Burdigala (Bordeaux in ancient times)?
Plunge into the heart of the rich history of Bordeaux, a city whose name is of international repute thanks to its famous wines. However, behind the name lies a turbulent past punctuated by golden ages and crises, written by generations of passionate men and women.
Great landowners and humble vine-growers, bold merchants, brokers, scientists, and wine lovers from every country have contributed to forging the international renown of Bordeaux and its wines, and to developing its vineyards.
In this section of the Permanent Exhibition, we invite you to embark on this extraordinary adventure through a spectacular film that will reveal all the secrets of this long and fascinating history through eight different eras.
Discover how the region’s destiny was shaped through different turns of events: political alliances, wars, the arrival of entrepreneurs and foreign merchants, the conquest of new lands…
Through the ages, you will see the technical innovations that revolutionised vine-growing and winemaking, not only in Bordeaux but also elsewhere in the world, as well as the scientific discoveries that drove the quality of Bordeaux wines to new heights.
This cinematographic journey will transport you through the ages in the company of a character who accompanies each scene, at the key moments in the history of the city and its region. Let yourself be amazed by the boldness and inventiveness that propelled Bordeaux to the front of the international scene, and the iconic figures who marked its epic past.
You will also hear how Bordeaux, its vineyards and its winemakers are undergoing a process of transformation and reinventing themselves to adapt to the new challenges of our time.
Book your visit to the Permanent Exhibition and come and discover this living and fascinating history at the Cité du Vin.
With the support of
© Casson Mann, Les Films d'Ici