Bordeaux 1855: A Guide to the Grands Crus Classes, Medoc & Sauternes

Description

A chic, highly illustrated, and practical guide to some thirty-five wine chateau producing the finest red and white wines in Bordeaux. Each winery featured will be presented with their history, four unmissable wines to discover, wine and food pairings, geographical specifications and all of the technical information needed to have a pleasant trip through the Bordeaux wine country. Also included are suggestions for wine related tourist activities (the Medoc marathon or the ultra-modern Bordeaux Cite du vin museum), where to eat and sleep, family activities, must-see destinations in the area, practical maps for arriving by plane, train, car or bicycle, and details for contacting the estates. This comprehensive and lavishly illustrated guide is perfect for wine aficionados planning a trip to France as well as wine-loving armchair travelers who want to enjoy their Bordeaux wines with discernment. Includes detailed maps.

The Conseil des Grands Crus Classes actively protects and promotes the highest quality wines and their wine estates in Bordeaux. Stephane Bern is a well-known journalist, radio and television personality, and author.