Bollinger is one of France’s most prestigious and historical Champagne estates. It was a famous exporter in the late 19th century, and today is a gold standard for the region. More than 70% of Bollinger’s vineyards are grand cru or premier cru.

The Mondavi family’s current winemaking venture is an estate on Pritchard Hill run by the brother-sister team of Tim and Marcia Mondavi. They make a well-reviewed Bordeaux-style blend.

Scarecrow is one of the most talked about Cult Cabs. It was named for the beloved character in the Wizard of Oz because the original estate owner, J.J. Cohn, was once head of MGM, which produced the movie.