Wine 101

The tower on the hill finally emerges as the future first growth it’s destined to be—but not without a bit of drama.

As the land that will one day become a famous First Growth Chateau changes ownership, the future of this coupe is set in motion.

With war looming, a knight sets his eyes on a plot of land in the Médoc. A brief prologue introducing the history and origins of this iconic Bordeaux First Growth.

We are at the point in our wine history where comparisons to Bourgogne are becoming less and less relevant.

A quick wrap-up of Legacy Lafite before we move on to the next First Growth.

The human element of wine might just be its most important constituency.

Nicolas-Alexandre de Ségur took his father's work, expanded it, and solidified the Lafite brand within the elite upper echelons of French royal culture.

It's one of the most popular grapes on the globe, especially in the US, particularly in Northern California. We have been in a big, bold trend for years, but after tasting bottles for this year's VinePair's Best Cabernet Sauvignons of 2026, I observed a shift.