The Bordeaux Wine Classification of 1855 - Châteaus and Values

Understanding the wines of Bordeaux and their often inflated value means having a basic understanding of the way they're classified. There are several classifications to know about, but the big one is the original Classification of 1855, ordered by Emporer Napoleon III, which originally ranked 59 estates (now 61) located almost exclusively in the Médoc, Bordeaux's northern, Left Bank epicentre where 4 of its 5 first-growths are located. Learn all about Bordeaux wine and its classification on our blog today.