Title: Castelnau & Avensan—Haut-Médoc—Bordeaux vignobles/wine chateaux map—Citran 1839 Description: Carte des Communes de Castelnau et Avensan, indiquant leurs villages et leurs principaux vignobles'. A mid-19th-century Bordeaux wine map belonging to the proto-classification period, preceding the formal 1855 Classification. The map is accompanied by text describing wine production within the area shown, including output by producer, a proto-classification of estates, and the price ranges associated with each category. Early wine identities are recorded through the naming of châteaux and numerous lieux-dits—traditional, locally recognised place-names—some of which later emerged as recognised crus, giving the map particular historical significance. At the date of publication there was no official hierarchy of growths; instead, wine quality was understood through geography, estate reputation, and—above all—price. Bordeaux merchants maintained detailed price lists, and it was this long-established market evidence that later formed the basis of the 1855 Classification, which codified existing practice rather than creating it.. The map names several notable estates, including Château Citran (17) (the accompanying figures indicate the highest recent scores awarded to each château by noted wine critic Jancis Robinson). The text discusses classifications and prices including 4emes Crus (700-1000 Francs per barrel), 5mes Crus (700-800 Francs) & Petits Bourgeois (300-350 Francs) by Le Producteur. Published 1839. Early 19th century antique engraved wine map. Size 20 x 26 cm | 8.0 x 10.0 inches. Condition: Good; suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Please contact us if you would like to arrange to view this map. This is a folding map. There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain. Tags: 1839, Castelnau, France | Gaul, Gironde, Le Producteur, Map, Other cartographers, Wine maps
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