Wildfires Scorched Bordeaux's Vineyards The historic wine region of Bordeaux in southwestern France has been ravaged by wildfires in recent years.
The blazes have left behind a trail of charred vines and destroyed wine production facilities, with far reaching effects on local vineyards.
A Brief History of Bordeaux's Wine Production Bordeaux's reputation as one of the world's premier wine producing regions is built on its favorable climate and soil conditions.