Bordeaux Cru Bourgeois: Tasting in 2002
There were just 61 Médoc châteaux that were deemed worthy of inclusion in the 1855 classification. These are the châteaux that attract most attention in Bordeaux, but they are by no means where Bordeaux ends. The wise drinker is aware of numerous Cru Bourgeois châteaux – a classification level below the 1855 classification.
The Cru Bourgeois properties were divided up into three quality levels as follows:
- Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel
- Cru Bourgeois Supérieur
- Cru Bourgeois
At the upper levels there are a number of properties which are certainly worthy of consideration for elevation to classed growth status, should such a reclassification ever occur. This is about as likely as hell freezing over. To find out which are the top châteaux, see my Cru Bourgeois classification page. In addition, the Superieur and basic Cru Bourgeois categories include some châteaux that offer splendid drinking and good value for money. Château Haut-Canteloup is one such example. (16/4/02)
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