Blanquefort is located in a region which has been notable for wine production since ancient times. During the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, a number of small chateaux were constructed in the prosperous village by wealthy wine merchants.
Blanquefort is located in an area that has long been known for its winemaking tradition. During the 17th and 18th centuries, wealthy wine merchants built several smaller estates (chateaux) in the thriving village of Blanquefort.