Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés 1855 | Hugh Johnson, Franck Ferrand, Guillaume De Laubier

The Grands Crus Classés classification was created in 1855 to award official recognition to the most exceptional wines of the Médoc and Sauternes. Today, it remains the ultimate reference and a universal standard in the wine world. In recent years, these Bordeaux wine estates have undergone a veritable revolution, adopting new methods such as organic or biodynamic winemaking, installing cutting-edge technology, and entrusting the renovation of their cellars and vinification rooms to world-class architects, all in the quest for perfection. Legendary wine critic Hugh Johnson and renowned French journalist Franck Ferrand take readers inside the domaines, recounting the fascinating history of the world's finest wines. With suggested food and wine pairings, an essay on the exceptional Bordeaux terroir, a guide to the vintages since 1855, and an address book for visitors to the vineyards, this handsome volume is an essential reference for wine aficionados.