What is cru bourgeois exceptionnel?

In a description that could only have been invented by the French, the Crus Bourgeois are Médoc châteaux that produce wines of typicity and quality but generally without the breed of their finer aristocratic cousins from the 1855 Classification.

What does cru mean in wine?

“growth
Red Burgundy wines are classified based on their cru. Cru simply means “growth” and the wine classification indicates that the wine has been legally verified as a product of Burgundy.

What are the best years for Château Margaux?

The best vintages of Chateau Margaux are: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2000, 1999, 1996, 1995, 1990, 1989, 1986, 1985, 1983, 1982, 1959, 1953, 1929, 1928, 1921 and 1900. As you can see, Chateau Margaux is a remarkably consistent wine.

How are Bordeaux wines classified?

Simply, put, the best Bordeaux wines from the Left Bank were classed according to their price and quality in five different classes; First Growth, Second Growth, Third Growth, Fourth Growth and Fifth Growth. The sweet, white Bordeaux wine of Sauternes and Barsac were also classified in the same 1855 classification.

What is Chateau d’Arsac?

The white wine of Chateau d’Arsac is a perfect wine to serve with shellfish, sashimi, sushi, all types of seafood, chicken, veal, and cheese. It was the idea of Philippe Raoux to begin making a small amount of wine on a yearly basis using a different winemaker for each vintage to produce “The Winemakers Collection,” starting with the 2005 vintage.

What happened to the Chateau Arsac?

The current chateau was built in the 1830s. The estate takes its name from the commune of Arsac, where the vineyards are located. After its heyday in the mid-1800s, the property fell into a state of disrepair. At one point in time, the total vineyard was close to 180 hectares. However, sales over the years reduced the vineyard’s size.

Is Margaux a good wine?

This Margaux wine has received good scores from various critics: the 2020 vintage was given a score of 90 by The Wine Advocate.

What are the characteristics of Château d’Argent?

Flowers, tobacco, espresso and cherries open the nose. The wine is medium-bodied, soft, fresh and fruity with a deft touch of oak and red pit fruits in the round finish. 90 Points Medium-bodied, forward and already open, it takes no effort to find the soft, tannins, ripe, red fruits and soft, polished, finish.