Cité du Vin, Wine museum in Bordeaux, France
The Cité du Vin is a wine museum in Bordeaux, France, with a curved facade that recalls movement in a glass. The building reaches 180 feet (55 meters) in height and combines wooden structures with metallic elements.
The museum opened in 2016 and marks the development of the city from its maritime trading heritage to a capital of global wine culture. This transformation is reflected in the contemporary design of the structure.
The name refers to the wine city itself and its centuries-old connection with the beverage. Visitors walk through rooms that show the relationship between people and wine across different continents.
Guided tours are offered in eight languages and usually last two to three hours including a tasting in the panoramic room at the top. The interactive stations allow a self-paced visit.
The building appeared in a National Geographic ranking among the best museums worldwide. The exhibition relies on digital installations and sensory experiences rather than traditional display cases.
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