Joseph Swan was a visionary who planted Pinot Noir in the Russian River Valley in the 1970s and focused on old world winemaking traditions. His estate's artisanal wines still reflect those values.

Château Haut-Bailly got its name in the 17th century, when it was purchased by Firmin Le Bailly, a Parisian banker. Today it is owned by an American banker and managed by the granddaughter of the previous owners.

Domaine Leflaive traces its roots back 2,000 years to vineyards planted by the Romans. Now owned and managed by the Leflaive family, its white Burgundies are renowned for their quality. Its 58 acres are planted entirely to Chardonnay.