Travel Guide To Bordeaux a City On The River Garonne In The Southwestern France

The history of the Bordeaux wine region dates back to the ancient Romans who were the first people to cultivate, plant vineyards and produce Bordeaux wine. The Romans took over the area in about 60 BC. They referred to the area as Burdigala. For history buffs, the most complete ruins remaining in Bordeaux from The days of the ancient Romans are the remnants of the Palais Gallien amphitheater.