Bordeaux is the world’s biggest source of top quality wines. The 1855 classification can guide you to some luxury Bordeaux wines. In this article you also get tips for some good value affordable ...

Before the Universal Exhibition in Paris commenced in 1855 (organized by Napoleon III) a decision was made to classify the wine châteaux of the Bordeaux region. That classification still exists ...

In the Bordeaux Classification of 1855, wine brokers ranked châteaus based on their reputation and price. The classification ranked them within “growths,” or crus, from first down to fifth. The ...

The 1855 Classification. ... He invited Bordeaux's Chamber of Commerce to arrange an exhibit. Member-Only Content Premium Subscription. Join today and get immediate access to this article, and to our ...