Viticulture: Bordeaux Expansion

Albi, Delta Vision Publishing, Feuerland Spiele · Board game · 2026
9.7 Ludopedia 8.6 BGG 1–6 · best 4 Solo 90–120 min Weight 3.3/5
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love Viticulture and want more depth with a touch of agility, this expansion is for you! It supercharges the base game with new strategies and a more dynamic flow.

Highlights
  • Powerful starting boost
  • Unique 'expert' action
  • Market and visible cards
  • More scoring options
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • Compatible with most modules
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Get your cellar ready for an upgrade! The Bordeaux expansion for Viticulture arrives to give your winery a boost, offering an initial advantage that makes all the difference. With four new full worker placement seasons and a bonus-filled wake-up chart, you'll have more options than ever to optimize your turns. The big highlight is the 'expert' action, which allows you to permanently enhance an action on your player board, making it more powerful. Additionally, some existing actions have been revised for better gameplay flow, and a new trade market enters the scene, along with visible vine and wine order cards, facilitating strategic choices. In the end, grapes, wines, and coins are converted into victory points, encouraging more dynamic management. This beauty is compatible with most modules from other expansions, such as Tuscany, Moor Visitors, and Rhine Valley. And the best part: the new board fits perfectly into the original Viticulture box, as the reverse side is the classic board. Just remember that the base game is essential to enjoy this expansion. If you're looking for a quicker start, a shorter game (especially with more players), more bonus options, and greater incentive for wine production, the Bordeaux expansion is a perfect fit. It also enhances player autonomy, increases the impact of coins, and ensures more actions are relevant from start to finish, with extra rewards for those who manage their resources intelligently. It's an addition that brings more interaction and depth without overcomplicating the experience.

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Rules manual — Viticulture: Bordeaux Expansion Portuguese · PDF
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Admin: Upcoming Releases Cities: Bordeaux (France) Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Game: Viticulture
Publisher Albi, Delta Vision Publishing, Feuerland Spiele, Maldito Games, Matagot, Phalanx Games Polska, Stonemaier Games
Designer Jamey Stegmaier
Artist Sylvain Leroy

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need the base game Viticulture to play this expansion?
Absolutely! The Bordeaux expansion is not a standalone game and requires the Viticulture base game to be played.
Does this expansion significantly change the game time?
Yes, it tends to speed up the game, especially with 5 to 6 players, and offers more options to optimize your turns.
Is the Bordeaux expansion compatible with other expansions I already own?
Yes, it is compatible with most modules from other expansions like Tuscany, Moor Visitors, and Rhine Valley.
Does the new board take up more space in the box?
No! The new board fits perfectly into the Viticulture box or the Wine Crate, as the reverse side is the original board.
Does this expansion add a lot of complexity to the game?
It adds new strategic layers and options but maintains the essence of the base game. The 'expert' action and the market are interesting additions that don't overwhelm.
Who is this expansion best suited for?
It's ideal for players who already enjoy Viticulture and want more depth, new strategies, and a slightly more agile game with more interaction and incentives for wine production.