Tenuta di Sesta is an historic estate that crafts award-winning Brunello di Montalcinos. Gambero Rosso notes that the family-run estate “is justly famous for classic interpretations” of the appellation wines. These wines are Tuscan stars.

A Second Growth Bordeaux, Cos d’Estournel is prized the world round. The estate has changed hands several times since its founding in the 18th Century, but it continues to climb in excellence.

Spottswoode Vineyard & Winery was founded 1972 by the Novak family, who produced their first Cabernet Sauvignon in 1982. Spottswoode Cabs are widely admired, and the family-run estate also produces Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.