What is the difference between Château Ausone Premier Grand Cru Classé A and the other grands crus of Saint-Émilion?
Château Ausone belongs to the absolute elite of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, with the status of Premier Grand Cru Classé "A", a distinction historically shared with only two or three other châteaux such as Cheval Blanc. This classification recognises both the exceptional consistency of the estate over several decades, the singularity of its hillside terroir and the remarkable longevity of its wines. The Premiers Grands Crus Classés "A" are distinguished from other crus by their aromatic complexity, their deep tannic structure and their superior ageing potential.
