(CompleteFrance) - Think of Bordeaux and you’ll no doubt think of wine – with a renowned international reputation boasting more than 60 appellations, 115,000 hectares and close to 9,000 winemakers in the area alone, the industry accounts for every job in six in the Gironde département.Yet look beyond the vines, vendanges and viticulteurs, and you’ll find a noble city with a unique character all of its own. Standing tall beyond the domaines that have made the area synonymous with taste and elegance, Bordeaux is the perfect location for a city break. Not only is it ideal for wine-lovers, but as well as being an easily accessible destination, its wide open streets, pedestrianised walkways and quietly discreet electric tram service make it a dream for first-time visitors experiencing the joys of the city.