Fans of French alcohol often find the word “Château” in the name of their favorite drinks.
It is translated as “castle, palace, manor” and means that the wine was produced within a private estate from raw materials collected in the adjacent vineyards.
Detailed analysis of the issue
It is important to understand that the presence of the castle on the territory is not at all necessary. Any other building can be in its place: from a small house to an outbuilding.
Initially, the prefix “château” was included only in the names of fine Bordeaux wines and confirmed the high quality of the drink.
It first appeared on labels in the XNUMXth century. With its help, the winemakers of the Bordeaux region emphasized a special attitude to the traditions and continuity of generations.
Later, the word began to be used in different French regions and even in other countries. For example, the Kuban line “Chateau Tamagne” is widely known in Russia.
In fact, today the “elite” prefix does not at all mean the exclusivity and outstanding quality of the drink, especially when it comes to products manufactured outside of France.
The exception is stamps with a long history from Bordeaux and some other regions. They have earned a reputation for luxurious drinks that can satisfy the most demanding taste.
The most famous and revered among them:
Chateau Haut-Brion, Chateau Margaux
Chateau Latour
Château Lafite Rotschild
Chateau Mouton Rotschild
Relevance: 04.07.2019
Tags: wine and vermouth