Bordeaux
Americannoun
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a seaport in and the capital of Gironde, in SW France, on the Garonne River.
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any of various wines produced in the region surrounding Bordeaux, especially claret.
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a port in SW France, on the River Garonne: a major centre of the wine trade. Pop: 215 363 (1999)
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any of several red, white, or rosé wines produced around Bordeaux
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The region around Bordeaux is known for its wine.
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Leinster, a side full to the brim of Irish internationals, did not have an answer as Bordeaux romped to a 41-19 victory in Bilbao to become only the sixth side to retain their European crown.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Bordeaux have now won 16 consecutive Champions Cup matches across two campaigns, but had to do it the hard way this season.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
From the resultant scrum, Bordeaux sliced through Leinster before Uberti scored.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Bordeaux Begles' demolition job over Leinster completed the European clean sweep for French men's rugby teams.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
King Ban was fortunate in living at Benwick, for the Bordeaux swords were local and particularly good.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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