The Bordeaux Hemp, commonly known as the Red Bordeaux hemp, is a moderate CBD flower. It is a popular strain for farmers and consumers alike. It has a lovely bouquet thanks to its rich terpene profile and a profoundly calming effect due to its cannabinoid profile. It was originally bred by Bodhi Urban.
Bordeaux was made by crossing the popular varietals Chardonnay and Berry Blossom. So let’s begin by understanding the heritage from which Bordeaux originates.
High-Grade Hemp Founder Bodhi Urban initially bred the Berry Blossom cultivar-. It is one of the most popular CBD hemp strains in the industry. Berry Blossom itself can trace its lineage to Cherry Kandahar S1 and Chardonnay.
This means Chardonnay plays a significant role in Bordeaux’s fabulous presence. Living up to its name, the terpene profile of the Berry Blossom strain will remind you of acai berries raspberries and will smother you with its floral overtones. A full-term flower will show vibrant pink pistils.
It is relatively easy to farm but has a long flowering cycle. It is pretty resilient for the general North American climate. This makes it a popular option for outdoor grow operations and large farms. It is also popular because it is consistent and predictable. So it covers everything a grower needs. Mature flowers produce a CBD concentration of 9.67%, which is reasonably high.
Also bred by Bodhi Urban, it is a cross between Cherry Wine and Black Rose. It inherits the unique purple flowers from the Black rose. This combines with a tempting array of terpenes inherited from the Cherry Wine strain. Chardonnay will remind you of strawberry rhubarb jam and candied raspberries.
Combining the aesthetic appeal of a purple flower with enough resilience to thrive in outdoor farms, it is yet another popular strain for boutique hemp farms. The duration from germination to flowering is 8 to 9 weeks. This duration is a common one that is observed in many hemp strains.
It has a CBD concentration of an average of 9.34%, making it reasonably potent and compliant with the 2018 farm bill. Now that we are familiar with the lineage, let’s take a deeper dive into the Bordeaux Strain.
The Red Bordeaux is a reasonably resilient strain, just like its parent strains. This makes it an ideal choice for outdoor cultivation. It is pretty well adjusted with the North American climate and has become a popular choice amongst growers.
As a cross between two already well-loved strains, it has the best of both strains, boasting high CBD levels and a complex terpene profile. The duration between germination and flowering is similar to most other strains – 8 to 9 weeks. This makes it fit right into a lot of schedules for hemp farmers. This is why you will find this flower at several boutique hemp farms and shops.
The complex flavors from both Chardonnay and Berry Blossom have collided fruitfully in the Red Bordeaux varietal. This cultivar is blessed with an intense aromatic presence that will please your senses and tingle your taste buds.
Inheriting the strong floral overtones from its parent strains, this cultivar issues a burst of lavender as soon as you take it out. Upon breaking, you will notice a strong hint of gasoline, combined with the overwhelming fruity tones of raspberry and freshly cut strawberries. These terpenes make it a delightful strain for vaporizing.
All these terpenes also add immensely to the entourage effect. Terpenes always play an essential role in the regulation of cannabinoids. Some terpenes act as amplifiers for certain cannabinoids, and together the cannabinoids and terpenoids create an effect that is greater than the sum of its parts.
If you think that Bordeaux is all about flavors only, think again. This potent bud is not just packed full of flavors; it is packed full of potent CBD as well. While the seeds are officially listed as less than 10% CBD, lab certificates from sellers usually show well above 10% CBD content and over 20% cannabinoid content overall.
This complex cannabinoid profile contains rare cannabinoids like CBG, CBN, THCV, CBGA, THCA, etc. These cannabinoids combine to create an intensely enjoyable flower that will leave you calm and relaxed after just a couple of tokes. As an Indica dominant hybrid, you can expect to feel a powerful relaxing sensation throughout your body. Its soothing effects make it ideal for the second half of your day when you want to kick back and relax.
It is not overwhelming at all, though. It will help you wind down easily without knocking you out for the night. However, it might do so in higher doses, which is good news for those looking for a sleeping aid.
Bordeaux hemp flower is an excellent option for those looking for a strain with intense flavor and calming effects. The complex terpene profile gives it an unbeatable taste. This combines well with the Indica dominant nature of the bud, making it a tasty way to wind down at the end of your day. The cannabinoid concentration tends to be varied as well as potent.
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