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Old map of Bordeaux wine region, 1941

SKU:  194930

Old map of Bordeaux wine region, 1941

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The 1941 Bordeaux Wine Region map by Louis Larmat is a remarkable cartographic and oenological achievement, representing one of the finest visual interpretations of France’s most prestigious wine-producing area. Louis Larmat, renowned for his dedication to mapping the great wine regions of France, created this detailed and elegant map during a period when the importance of terroir and viticultural classification was gaining increasing prominence.

This map offers a comprehensive view of the Bordeaux region, clearly delineating its celebrated sub-regions: Médoc, Graves, Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, Sauternes, Entre-Deux-Mers, and others. Each appellation is precisely defined, with vineyard areas intricately outlined, reflecting the complex classification systems, including the 1855 Grand Cru Classé system for Médoc and Sauternes, and later classifications such as Graves and Saint-Émilion.

Larmat’s map is not merely a geographic tool—it is a visual narrative of soil composition, vineyard orientation, and microclimatic conditions, all of which contribute to the unique character of Bordeaux wines. Rivers such as the Garonne, Dordogne, and Gironde estuary play a central role in the layout, emphasizing their influence on the region’s climate and trade.

The map is distinguished by its artistic detailing, featuring elegant typography, decorative cartouches, and symbolic vineyard illustrations that blend scientific accuracy with aesthetic sophistication. It was intended to educate and inform wine merchants, connoisseurs, and collectors, while also serving as a promotional instrument for the French wine industry.

Larmat’s 1941 map stands today as both an oenological reference and a work of art, preserving the identity of Bordeaux’s wine heritage. It captures the essence of the region’s tradition, prestige, and terroir, making it an invaluable piece for anyone interested in the history and culture of fine wine.

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Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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