Chateau Rieussec was originally owned and tended by monks, but it was confiscated during the French Revolution. Today this dessert wine estate is owned by Barons de Rothschild.

Casanova di Neri is a family owned estate in Fiesole, Tuscany. Casanova di Neri was thrust onto the red carpet when its 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova was named Wine Spectators #1 Wine of 2006.

Château Canon was founded by an 18th century French naval officer who made his fortune pillaging English trading ships. He built the château and planted his entire property to grapes. Today Canon is known for rich, full-bodied, muscular wines.