Bordeaux introduced the concept of classification in 1855 under Napoleon III, and it now serves as an expression of quality and prestige worldwide.

The Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855 resulted from the 1855 Exposition Universelle de Paris, when Emperor Napoleon III requested a classification system for France 's best Bordeaux …

Bordeaux – This is the basic classification of Bordeaux which includes red, white, rosé, "clairet" (a darker traditional rosé) and sparkling Crémant de Bordeaux.

Learn to read Bordeaux wine labels and understand appellations, vintages, and classifications with Bordeaux Wine Pilgrim — the key to decoding Bordeaux’s wines.

May 2, 2025 · Explore the rich history and hierarchy of Bordeaux wine estates with our guide to the famous Bordeaux wine classifications.

Aug 20, 2025 · What is a Bordeaux wine classification? A Bordeaux classification is a list of châteaux or estates recognized for the quality of their wines, often accompanied by a category (such as “Grand …

Jul 8, 2025 · Bordeaux wine labels, like those from all French regions, are governed by both national and regional laws. They are required to state various key pieces of information, most obviously their …

Here’s your essential guide to the Bordeaux classification systems, the criteria, different categories, chateaus included, and the best wines for each category.

Sep 18, 2025 · Classifications and lists of Bordeaux châteaux, ranked by reputation and price, litter the archives of Tastet & Lawton, the firm of courtiers established in Bordeaux by the Irish immigrant …

To guide you around the vast Bordeaux wine region and its top estates, and to help you find out which winery was classified and when, we have assembled the four Bordeaux Classifications.