noun
- Plural of bordeaux; wines produced in the Bordeaux region of France, typically red blends made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other grapes.
- A dark reddish-brown color, named after the wine.
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to wines from the specific region; Can refer to the wine style or the wines themselves
Usage: Used as a color descriptor in fashion and design
Examples
- The wine collector's cellar contained several fine Bordeauxes from the 1990s.
- She selected two Bordeauxes to pair with the dinner course.
- The decorator chose bordeauxes and deep golds for the autumn collection.
- These Bordeauxes are known for their elegant tannin structure.
- The sommelier recommended several Bordeauxes within our budget.
- Bordeauxes from the left bank tend to emphasize Cabernet Sauvignon.