The Chateau Margaux is located on the left bank of Bordeaux and has been around for more than three centuries. It has always been at the top of its viticulture game. During the Bordeaux economic depression, Greek businessman Andre Mentzelopoulos invested heavily in the vineyard. 1787 was born out of this renovation initiative. Its exceptional flavour and elite status were recognised almost immediately, perhaps because of Chateau Margaux’s enduring esteem.

Thomas Jefferson, former President of the United States, loved this wine and referred to it as the “best Bordeaux he has ever had”. In fact, the 1787 from his collection could have been the most expensive wine ever sold, as it was valued at $500,000. It was brought by a wine merchant named William Sokolin to a Margaux dinner, but was knocked over by a server. The broken bottle claimed $225,000 in insurance.