Château Smith-Haut-Lafitte takes part of its name from an 18th-century owner from Scotland named Smith. The estate is today owned by Daniel Cathiard, a former French Olympic skier, and its wines are known for their elegance.

Le Pianelle is a young winery with a quickly growing reputation for elegant, terroir-driven wines. Found in 2004 by a pair of wine industry, veterans the estate’s flagship wine is Bramaterra, a robust blend of Nebbiolo, Croatina and Vespolina.

Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou is a Second Growth Bordeaux in St.-Julien. It was named for the “beautiful stones” found in the region. The wine is even more impressive.