Côtes de Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire is a white wine appellation in Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux. The dominant grapes are Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc. The key soils are limestone, clay-limestone. The climate is characterized by Garonne influence, maritime. Saint-Macaire helps show that Bordeaux geography includes many small local AOCs beyond the globally famous names. Typical fruit: citrus, pear, stone fruit. Other typical notes: honeyed notes, floral notes, herbs. Wines typically show medium acidity, light to medium body, style-dependent sweetness. Ageing potential is generally moderate. Small Bordeaux appellation near the Garonne. Less central than Entre-deux-Mers for most exams.