BLANC DE BLANCS

Non-vintage, vintage, and prestige Literally meaning “white of whites,” this wine is produced entirely from white Chardonnay grapes and possesses the greatest aging potential of all Champagnes. Blanc...

BLANC DE NOIRS

Nonvintage, vintage, and prestige Literally translated as “white of blacks,” these Champagnes are made entirely from black grapes, either Pinot Noir or Pinot Meunier, or a blend of the two. The most famous and most expensive is Bollinger’s Vieilles Vignes Françaises, which is a unique example of pure Pinot Noir Champagne made from two tiny plots of ungrafted vines, which between them cannot produce more than 3,000 bottles, hence...

CHÂTEAU CARONNE STE. GEMME

AOC Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois SupérieurThis property is situated south of Château Lagrange—a superb island of vines on a gravel plateau. Matured in wood for 12 months, with 25 percent new oak.RED Full-bodied...

CHÂTEAU CHANTELYS

AOC Médoc Cru BourgeoisOwner Christine Courrian Braquissac brings a gentle touch to the naturally firm wines of this district.RED Well-colored, medium-bodied, gently rich-flavored wines of some elegance.Cabernet...

CHAMBAVE DOC

A subappellation of the regional Valle d’Aosta DOC, Chambave produces attractively scented, crisp red wines primarily from Petit Rouge grapes, plus up to 40 percent Dolcetto, Gamay, and Pinot Noir. Two...

BARBERA

Although this grape can be a bit rustic, overly acidic, and may lack elegance if not grown in a suitable terroir, stunning vini da tavola, often aged in a barrique, are made in classic areas by producers...

BARBARESCO DOCG

Generally more feminine and elegant than Barolo, Barbaresco has a greater suppleness,softer fruit, and a more obvious charm, although some producers overlap the weightier Barolo style. Produced from Italy’s...

CLASSIC BRUT

SPARKLING WINESAll these wines are made by the traditional method.Upon purchase—for all regionsLombardy Bellavista Cuvée Brut• Bellavista Gran Cuvée pas Operé• Berlucchi Brut Cuvée Impériale• Berlucchi...