Bordeaux is well known for its
single-vineyard, red wine produced on such famous appellations as Margaux,
Pauillac, etc., especially its expensive “Grand Crus” (classified growths).
However, did you know there are many, very good, small producers who share the
same appellations and the exact same terroir as the classified growths without
the classification. The majority of these wines are made the same way and have
somewhat similar flavour profiles as the big guns without the notoriety and
price. These “petit chateaux” represent great value in a region where “value
for the dollar” doesn’t usually occur to most folks. Simply look for the words
“chateaux” on the bottle from one of the famous appellations.
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