The Drinks Business Bordeaux correspondent Colin Hay has published an analysis dissecting the latest edition of the Crus Bourgeois classification system. The article, titled "The new Cru Bourgeoisie: from rebirth to renewal," examines the principle of competitive classification that defines this Bordeaux wine categorization.
The analysis follows a major tasting of the 2025 en primeur offerings from properties within the Crus Bourgeois classification system. Hay's piece explores the classification framework, which operates on competitive principles allowing for ongoing evaluation and reclassification of member properties.
The article appeared in The Drinks Business and provides detailed examination of how this famous Bordeaux classification system functions. The Crus Bourgeois represents one of the recognized wine classification systems in the Bordeaux region, with its latest edition reflecting what the author characterizes as a movement from rebirth to renewal for the designation.
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