Médoc Classification - 1st Growth

Médoc Classification - 1st Growth

Le classement des Premiers Crus du Médoc remonte à 1855, créé à la demande de Napoléon III pour l’Exposition universelle de Paris. Véritable référence mondiale, ce classement distingue l’élite des grands crus classés de Bordeaux. Resté presque inchangé depuis son origine, il compte aujourd’hui cinq joyaux : Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Latour, Château Margaux, Château Mouton Rothschild — promu en 1973 — et Château Haut-Brion. Ces 1ers crus classés incarnent l’excellence, le prestige et le savoir-faire intemporel des vins du Médoc.

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Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés

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The classification of the Premiers Crus du Médoc: symbol of excellence and prestige

The classification of the Premiers Crus du Médoc embodies the very essence of French wine prestige. Created in 1855 at the request of Napoleon III for the Paris Universal Exhibition, this classification aimed to highlight the grands crus classés of Bordeaux, considered the most renowned wines in the world. Based on the reputation and price of wines at the time, it established a hierarchy that remains an international reference in the wine world to this day.

A history shaped by tradition and recognition

In 1855, Bordeaux wine merchants were tasked with selecting the most prestigious estates of the Médoc. Their classification, of exemplary rigor, placed the most esteemed properties at the summit: the Premiers Crus Classés. For over a century and a half, this distinction has symbolized the consistency, quality and expertise of emblematic houses that have shaped the legend of Bordeaux wine.

This classification has traversed the ages without undergoing major changes, proof of its solidity and historical legitimacy. The only notable exception is that of Château Mouton Rothschild, initially classified as Deuxième Cru, promoted to the rank of Premier Cru Classé in 1973, after decades of recognized excellence.

The Premiers Crus Classés du Médoc: five icons of Bordeaux

The 1855 classification distinguishes five exceptional estates that embody French viticultural perfection: Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Latour, Château Margaux, Château Mouton Rothschild and Château Haut-Brion. These properties, situated on the noblest terroirs of the Médoc and Graves, produce wines of remarkable elegance, depth and longevity.

Their reputation extends far beyond French borders. Each of these châteaux expresses a singular identity, the fruit of a unique terroir and expertise passed down through generations. Together, they form the pinnacle of the classification of the grands crus classés du Médoc, an absolute reference for enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

A living legacy of French wine

More than just a classification, the Premiers Crus du Médoc embody a philosophy: that of perfection, patience and fidelity to the terroir. Tasting a Premier Cru Classé means savoring a fragment of history, a rare balance between tradition and modernity.

Even today, these prestigious châteaux perpetuate the spirit of the 1855 classification, guaranteeing Médoc wines their place among the greatest wines in the world. Each vintage tells a story, that of a living heritage where the passion for wine blends with French excellence.

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Ordering a 1er Cru Classé wine from the Médoc at SoDivin means choosing a service of excellence dedicated to lovers of great wines. Benefit from same-day dispatch for all orders placed before 2pm, with delivery from the next day. Each bottle receives special care, and our packaging ensures optimal protection during transport.

SoDivin also offers you the possibility of adding personalized messages as well as wooden gift boxes, ideal for giving on the occasion of a birthday or other event. In addition, you have the choice of dispatch date for delivery suited to your needs. Our wines are stored in optimal conditions and you can view high-definition photographs online of each bottle before your purchase, for complete transparency.

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