Sylvain Cathiard is run by Sylvain and his son, Sebastian. Sylvain is a third-generation Burgundian winemaker and his wines are highly regarded. Burgundy expert Clive Coates notes “there is a touch of genius here in the winemaking.”

Founder Randy Dunn worked for years at Caymus and purchased a vineyard on Howell Mountain in 1978. He and his wife make Cabs, which are some of the most consistent and well-made in Napa Valley.

Chateau Margaux is First Growth Bordeaux and a gold standard for the appellation's wines, and it has a long history of outstanding quality. Thomas Jefferson called it his favorite wine.