Bordeaux 1855

This chic, richly illustrated, and practical guide features thirty-five wine châteaux in the prestigious Grands Crus Classés classification, producing the finest red and white wines in Bordeaux. The classification, created in 1855 to award official recognition to the most exceptional wines of the Médoc and Sauternes, remains today the ultimate reference and a universal standard in the wine world.

Taking readers on a tour through the region to visit each château in turn, this guide presents a brief history of each estate, a description of the vineyard and the terroir, instructions for getting there, details of château stays, and various tours and wine-tasting and food pairing sessions offered. Detailed introductions recount the 1855 classifi cation and the mission of the Conseil, and the celebrated wine region of Bordeaux. Fold-out maps indicate the thirty-five estates featured, and websites and opening hours are provided for all 88 châteaux in the classification. The book is completed with texts on the UNESCO World Heritage site, the historic link between Bordeaux and the United States, and the best golf courses in the area.

This comprehensive and elegant guide is the ideal companion for wine aficionados planning a trip through the Bordeaux region, as well as wine-loving armchair travelers who want to enjoy their Bordeaux wines with discernment.