C. Thiriet
C. Thiriet is a boutique micro-négociant operation established in the 2010s by Camille Thiriet, producing small-volume Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines from sourced grapes across Burgundy's Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. The winery combines traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques with a modern business approach, representing a new generation of producers who create terroir-expressive wines without extensive vineyard ownership.
CARO
CARO is a Franco-Argentine partnership between Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and Bodega Catena Zapata, producing Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon blends from high-altitude vineyards (2,300-4,900 feet) across Mendoza's premier growing regions, where significant diurnal temperature variations develop intense aromatics while maintaining fresh acidity. The winery combines traditional Bordeaux methodology with Argentine terroir expression through rigorous hand selection, temperature-controlled fermentation, and measured oak aging in French barrels, creating wines of precision and restraint that balance Old World structure with New World fruit character.
CVNE
CVNE, founded in 1879 and still operating from its original Haro location in Rioja, produces traditional red and white wines from extensive holdings across Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, with Tempranillo dominating their production. The producer maintains historic practices like aging in American oak and underground cellars while incorporating modern techniques in their gravity-flow facility, continuing long-established labels like Imperial Gran Reserva and Monopole white wine.
Ca' Nova
Ca' Nova, a boutique winery in Piedmont, is noted for its Barbaresco, which emphasizes traditional winemaking methods to produce wines with character and a true sense of place.
Ca' Rome Romano Marengo
Ca' Rome is a family-owned 11-hectare estate in Barbaresco, Piedmont, producing traditional Nebbiolo-based wines from prized vineyard sites in both Barbaresco and Barolo, where 30-50 year-old vines grow in distinctive calcium-rich marl and limestone soils. The Marengo family maintains traditional winemaking methods including extended maceration, indigenous yeasts, and aging beyond DOCG requirements in large Slavonian oak botti, with all production managed hands-on to preserve the authentic expression of each vineyard's character.
Ca' del Bosco
Ca' del Bosco, founded in 1969 and now part of Santa Margherita group, operates 245 hectares of hillside vineyards in Franciacorta's Erbusco zone, where Lake Iseo's influence and elevations of 200-350 meters create ideal conditions for their traditional-method sparkling wines. The estate combines innovative techniques, including their proprietary berry washing system and non-oxidative pressing, with extended aging periods of 24 months to 8 years, maintaining their position as a founding force in Franciacorta's development.
Ca'Marcanda (Gaja)
Ca'Marcanda is the Gaja family's 100-hectare Bolgheri estate, established in 1996, where they cultivate primarily Bordeaux varieties across distinct terre bianche and terre brune soils that benefit from cooling maritime influences. Their winemaking philosophy combines traditional methods with modern precision in a gravity-flow winery, emphasizing sustainable farming practices and soil health while aging their wines in oak barriques for periods tailored to each cuvée.
Cabanne, Chateau La
Château La Cabanne is a traditional family-owned Pomerol estate of approximately 10 hectares, operated by the Estager family on the appellation's central plateau, where they produce a single Merlot-dominant wine from clay-gravel soils enriched with iron deposits. Their winemaking balances hand-harvesting and careful sorting with moderate oak aging (one-third new barrels), embodying authentic Pomerol character through a measured approach that prioritizes terroir expression over international recognition.
Caillou, le Clos du
Le Clos du Caillou crafts Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines that are rich and expressive, showcasing the diversity of their terroirs with a natural approach to viticulture.
Calera
Calera, located on the central coast of California, has gained recognition for its Pinot Noir, which showcases the potential of the region's cool climate and limestone-rich soils.
Calon Segur, Chateau
Château Calon-Ségur is a Third Growth Bordeaux estate in Saint-Estèphe with 55 hectares of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards planted on gravel-rich plateaus over clay-limestone subsoils. The estate produces classic Médoc wines through traditional methods including hand harvesting, parcel-by-parcel vinification in temperature-controlled tanks, and aging in 100% new French oak for up to 20 months.
Cambes, Domaine de
Domaine de Cambes is a boutique estate in Bordeaux's Côtes de Bourg appellation owned by the Mitjavile family, producing a single red Bordeaux blend primarily from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grown on clay-limestone slopes descending toward the Gironde estuary. François Mitjavile applies the same exacting standards here as at his more famous properties, harvesting later for optimal ripeness and creating wines that consistently outperform their modest appellation status while offering exceptional value compared to more prestigious Bordeaux names.
Camensac, Chateau
Château Camensac is a Fifth Growth Bordeaux estate spanning 75 hectares in Haut-Médoc's Saint-Laurent-Médoc, producing Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines from gravel-rich soils with clay-limestone sections at high-density plantings of 10,000 vines per hectare. The estate maintains traditional Bordeaux methods with parcel-by-parcel harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, and 18-month aging in French oak barrels while embracing precise modern techniques under the Taillan Group's professional management.
Camille Giroud
Camille Giroud, a house with a rich history in Burgundy, has experienced a renaissance, producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that combine the elegance of old-world winemaking with a modern touch.
Campogiovanni
Campogiovanni is a 20-hectare estate in southeastern Montalcino focused exclusively on Sangiovese-based wines, where clay, limestone, and galestro soils at 250-300 meters elevation create ideal conditions for ripening. The estate adheres to traditional winemaking methods, fermenting in stainless steel before aging in large Slavonian oak casks, maintaining a consistent approach that honors regional heritage while expressing their warmer terroir.
Canalicchio di Sopra
Canalicchio di Sopra, in Montalcino, is celebrated for Brunello that consistently displays finesse, structure, and the ability to evolve beautifully with age.
Canon, Chateau
Château Canon is a 34-hectare Premier Grand Cru Classé B estate in Saint-Émilion, producing Merlot-dominant Bordeaux blends from limestone-clay soils on the appellation's elevated plateau. The estate combines traditional hand harvesting with precise plot-by-plot vinification, aging their wines for 18 months in French oak barrels within historic underground limestone quarries that provide natural temperature control.
Cantemerle, Chateau
Château Cantemerle is a historic Fifth Growth estate in the southern Haut-Médoc with 91 hectares of Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant vineyards planted on well-draining Quaternary gravel soils with clay-limestone subsoil. The property maintains traditional Bordeaux winemaking through parcel-specific fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks and 12-16 month oak aging, while incorporating sustainable vineyard practices that honor its heritage dating to the 14th century.
Cantenac, Clos
Clos Cantenac is a boutique Saint-Émilion Grand Cru estate known for its six hectares of exceptional south-facing vineyards on deep gravels, sand, and clay over limestone. With a commitment to traditional practices and sustainable viticulture, the estate produces elegant, terroir-driven wines that reflect both the rich heritage of the region and the passion of its dedicated team.
Cantenac Brown, Chateau
Château Cantenac Brown is a 42-hectare Third Growth estate in Margaux producing Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Bordeaux blends from well-draining gravel soils on the Cantenac plateau. The estate combines traditional Bordeaux winemaking methods with forward-thinking environmental initiatives, including a new raw earth winery that maintains optimal temperatures naturally, while maintaining continuity through long-serving technical director José Sanfins.
Caparzo
Caparzo, another respected name in Montalcino, offers a range of Sangiovese-based wines, including a Brunello that balances traditional style with approachability.
Capbern, Chateau
Capbern, known previously as Capbern Gasqueton, and owned by Calon Segut, is a Saint-Estèphe Bordeaux producer offering wines that are a great introduction to the appellation, with solid structure and aging capability.
Capbern Gasqueton
Château Capbern is a 38-hectare Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel estate in Saint-Estèphe producing structured, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines from gravelly soils atop clay-limestone subsoils with vineyards averaging 35 years of age. Under the same ownership and technical team as prestigious Calon-Ségur, this hidden gem delivers authentic Saint-Estèphe character through parcel-by-parcel harvesting and precise winemaking while remaining remarkably undervalued compared to its classified growth neighbors.
Cappellano
Cappellano is a historic family-owned Piedmontese estate in Serralunga d'Alba, producing limited quantities of structured Barolo from their prized Gabutti cru vineyards, where calcareous clay soils shape their distinctive Nebbiolo expressions. The winery maintains staunchly traditional methods—employing long macerations and large Slavonian oak aging—while their principled stance against wine scoring systems has paradoxically enhanced their cult status among collectors seeking authentic connections to Piedmont's winemaking heritage.
Carbonnieux, Chateau
Chateau Carbonnieux, operated by the Perrin family since 1956, is a significant 92-hectare estate in Pessac-Léognan producing both red and white classified wines from gravelly, well-drained soils on a climate-moderating plateau. Their winemaking balances traditional Bordeaux methods with careful modernization, employing plot-by-plot management and sustainable practices while maintaining the historical approach that earned them classification for both colors in the 1959 Graves Classification.
Carmes Haut-Brion, Chateau Les
Les Carmes Haut-Brion is an 8.8-hectare Pessac-Léognan estate within urban Bordeaux, producing red wines from densely planted vineyards on Günzian gravel and clay-limestone soils, with an unusual varietal mix of 41% Cabernet Franc, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Merlot. The estate combines traditional Bordeaux methods with modern approaches in their Philippe Starck-designed gravity-flow winery, employing whole-bunch fermentation and concrete vat vinification before aging in French oak.
Carnasciale, Podere il
Il Carnasciale, a boutique winery located in Tuscany, Italy, is famed for its unique and pioneering focus on the Caberlot grape, a rare varietal that combines the best characteristics of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This winery is the only producer in the world to cultivate Caberlot, which was discovered as a spontaneous vine mutation in the early 1960s and has been carefully propagated and nurtured by the estate.
Carraia
La Carraia is a collaborative Umbrian winery established in the 1980s by the Giardoni family and enologist Riccardo Cotarella, producing Orvieto DOC and Lago di Corbara DOC wines from vineyards benefiting from Lake Corbara's moderating microclimate. Their methodical approach balances indigenous varieties like Grechetto and Sangiovese with international grapes, employing technical precision throughout production to create wines that authentically express Umbrian terroir while setting quality standards for the region.
Casanova di Neri
Casanova di Neri is a family-owned winery located in Montalcino, Tuscany. Founded in 1971, the estate has earned a reputation for producing world-class Brunello di Montalcino wines. Casanova di Neri employs traditional winemaking techniques alongside modern innovations to craft wines that showcase the distinct terroir of the region. The estate's wines are celebrated for their power, depth, and elegance, with the flagship wine, Cerretalto Brunello di Montalcino, recognized as one of Italy's finest red wines.
Castagnier, Domaine
Domaine Castagnier is a modest-sized, family-owned Burgundian estate in the Côte de Nuits, where Jérôme Castagnier crafts Pinot Noir from prestigious appellations including Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny, and Gevrey-Chambertin, with vineyards characterized by limestone and clay soils. Their winemaking balances traditional methods with precise temperature-controlled fermentation and carefully calibrated oak aging, maintaining a minimal-intervention philosophy that prioritizes authentic terroir expression over modern trends.
Castelgiocondo (Frescobaldi)
Castelgiocondo, owned by the historic Frescobaldi family since 1989, operates one of Montalcino's largest estates with 235 hectares of vineyards on the southwestern slopes, where afternoon sea breezes and well-draining galestro and limestone soils create ideal conditions for their Sangiovese-based Brunello. The estate balances tradition with precision through selective harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentation, and aging in both Slavonian and French oak, maintaining territorial expression while ensuring consistent quality across vintages.
Castellare di Castellina
Castellare di Castellina, in the heart of Chianti Classico, Tuscany, balances respect for tradition with a modern approach to produce Sangiovese wines that are both authentic and refined.
Castro Ventosa
Castro Ventosa is a family-owned winery in Bierzo's Valtuille de Abajo village that specializes in Mencía wines from old vines grown in the region's characteristic slate and clay soils. Their minimal-intervention winemaking philosophy combines traditional methods with selective modern techniques, producing site-specific expressions that have helped define Bierzo's distinctive regional style and elevated its standing in Spain's wine landscape.
Cavallotto
Cavallotto is a third-generation family estate operating 25 hectares in Castiglione Falletto since 1928, producing traditional Barolo primarily from their monopole Bricco Boschis cru, where calcareous clay soils with varying sand and limestone create ideal conditions for Nebbiolo. Their winemaking combines certified organic viticulture with traditional methods including indigenous yeast fermentation, extended maceration, and aging exclusively in large Slavonian oak casks for periods exceeding DOCG requirements.
Cave de Tain, Cave de
Cave de Tain is the Northern Rhône Valley's leading cooperative, managing 1,000 hectares across five appellations with a focus on Syrah for reds and Marsanne-Roussanne for whites grown on diverse granite and limestone terroirs from Hermitage to Saint-Péray. Their plot-by-plot vinification approach and sustainable practices, formalized through HVE certification, establish them as a regional benchmark that successfully balances commercial scale with authentic terroir expression across multiple price points.
Caymus
Caymus Vineyards is a winery based in the Napa Valley, California. Established in 1972 by the Wagner family, Caymus is celebrated for its exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon wines that showcase the unique terroir of the region. Caymus is particularly known for its flagship wine, Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, which is acclaimed for its rich flavors, velvety texture, and impressive aging potential.
Cayuse
Cayuse is a 60-acre estate in Walla Walla Valley AVA founded by French vigneron Christophe Baron in 1997, producing Rhône-variety wines from five distinct vineyards marked by stone-strewn soils at 850-1000 feet elevation. The estate operates under biodynamic certification with traditional French methods including high-density planting, horse plowing, and minimal intervention winemaking, creating wines that consistently sell out through their allocation list.
Cecile Tremblay, Domaine
Cécile Tremblay operates a boutique 4-hectare domaine in Morey-Saint-Denis, producing Pinot Noir from prime Côte de Nuits parcels including Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru, Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny, and Vosne-Romanée. Since establishing the domaine in 2003, she has earned recognition through traditional methods like horse-plowing and organic farming, along with a hands-on approach that emphasizes each site's distinct terroir expression.
Cedric Bouchard
Cedric Bouchard operates his tiny 2.5-hectare Roses de Jeanne estate in Champagne's Côte des Bar, crafting primarily Pinot Noir-based Champagnes from Kimmeridgian limestone soils similar to those found in Chablis. His revolutionary approach includes single-vineyard, single-variety, single-vintage bottlings produced with dramatically reduced yields, indigenous yeasts, lower pressure, and no blending—creating terroir-focused wines that have redefined possibilities within the traditionally blend-oriented region.
Cerbaiona
Cerbaiona is a respected producer in Montalcino, Tuscany, known for Sangiovese that captures the heart of the Brunello denomination. Their wines are a harmony of power and elegance, with a lineage that can be traced to the estate's establishment in the late 1970s.
Ceretto
Ceretto is a family-owned Piedmontese powerhouse, crafting a range of expressive wines, including esteemed Barolos and Barbarescos, that speak to the nuance of their Langhe terroir.
Ceritas
Ceritas is a small-scale Sonoma Coast winery founded in 2005 by John Raytek and Phoebe Bass, producing under 2,500 cases annually of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from cool-climate vineyards along California's North Coast with distinctive sandy loam and decomposed sandstone soils. Their minimal-intervention approach includes native yeast fermentations, restrained oak usage, whole-cluster techniques tailored to each site, and a commitment to organic farming practices that transparently express each vineyard's unique character without filtration or stabilization treatments.
Certan de May, Chateau
Château Certan de May is a family-owned Pomerol estate spanning 5.5 hectares on the appellation's central plateau, where the Barreau family produces approximately 25,000 bottles annually from Merlot-dominant vineyards planted on iron-rich clay and gravel soils. Their winemaking philosophy honors traditional methods through hand harvesting, parcel-specific fermentation in concrete vats, and aging in French oak while maintaining a non-interventionist approach that emphasizes terroir expression from their mature vines averaging over 35 years.
Chacra, Bodega
Bodega Chacra is a boutique Patagonian estate founded in 2004 by Piero Incisa della Rocchetta, operating 24 hectares of vineyards in Argentina's Rio Negro Valley where historic ungrafted Pinot Noir vines (some dating to 1932) thrive in alluvial soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. The estate's distinctive identity stems from its certified biodynamic viticulture, minimalist winemaking approach using indigenous yeasts and neutral vessels, and its pioneering role in demonstrating Patagonia's potential for elegant, site-expressive wines beyond Argentina's traditional Mendoza-Malbec paradigm.
Champy, Maison
Founded in 1720, Maison Champy is Burgundy's oldest wine house, managing 21 hectares across the Côte de Beaune's limestone-clay soils while producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from both estate vineyards and sourced grapes throughout the region. Their winemaking balances traditional methods with scientific precision, employing manual harvesting, careful extraction, and tailored oak aging in historic 18th-century cellars to express authentic terroir character.
Chandon de Briailles, Domaine
Domaine Chandon de Briailles is a family-owned Burgundian estate managing 13.5 hectares of vineyards across the northern Côte de Beaune, producing approximately 45,000 bottles annually with a focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from their impressive holdings on the limestone-rich hill of Corton. Their winemaking philosophy combines biodynamic viticulture, horse-plowing, high whole-cluster inclusion, and minimal intervention in the cellar to create wines that transparently express their distinguished terroirs through traditional Burgundian methods.
Chanin
Chanin Wine Company is a small, independently owned winery founded by Gavin Chanin in 2007, specializing in single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from cool-climate coastal vineyards in Santa Barbara County, including the prestigious Bien Nacido and Sanford & Benedict sites. Reflecting his mentorship under Jim Clendenen and Bob Lindquist, Chanin employs minimal-intervention techniques including earlier harvesting, native yeast fermentations, and judicious oak use to craft wines of restraint and pronounced terroir expression.
Chanson Pere et Fils
Chanson Père et Fils, one of Burgundy's historic négociants, continues to produce pure and terroir-driven wines from the region's prestigious appellations, including Beaune and Pernand-Vergelesses.
Chantal Remy
Chantal Remy is a small-scale Burgundian producer crafting exclusively Pinot Noir wines from distinguished vineyard holdings in Morey-Saint-Denis and Gevrey-Chambertin, where limestone-clay soils contribute to each wine's distinctive character. Her winemaking philosophy emphasizes traditional methods including native yeast fermentations, gentle handling techniques, and patient barrel aging, resulting in wines that transparently express their specific vineyard origins.
Chantereves
Chanterèves is a small-scale Burgundy négociant founded in 2010 by the cross-cultural team of Guillaume Bott and Tomoko Kuriyama, producing about 2,000 cases annually of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from carefully selected older vineyards across the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Their distinctive approach combines traditional Burgundian techniques with progressive methods—including earlier harvests, native fermentations, and minimal intervention—while their recent acquisition of Volnay vineyard land marks their evolution from pure négociant to emerging domaine.
Charbonniere, Domaine de la
Domaine de la Charbonnière is a four-generation family estate in the Southern Rhône, managing 16 hectares across four distinctive Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroirs, where Grenache-dominant vineyards span iconic galets roulés, limestone, clay, and sandy soils. The female-led team combines traditional methods with practical innovations, employing hand-harvesting, partial destemming, concrete fermentation, and measured oak aging to create wines that faithfully express their historic terroirs.
Charles Audoin, Domaine
Domaine Charles Audoin is a family-owned estate in Marsannay-la-Côte at the northern edge of Côte de Nuits, farming 14 hectares of predominantly 45-year-old Pinot Noir vines across limestone-clay soils in key climats like Les Longeroies and Clos du Roy. Under Cyril Audoin's direction, the domaine combines organic farming with traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques to produce site-specific wines that have helped establish qualitative benchmarks for Marsannay and strengthen the case for premier cru recognition in the appellation.
Charles Heidsieck
Charles Heidsieck, founded in 1851 in Reims, produces traditional Champagne from premier and grand cru vineyards across the region's key growing areas, with production centered in their Reims facility and its network of Roman chalk cellars. The house distinguishes itself through extensive aging protocols, including a minimum three-year aging for non-vintage wines and 40% reserve wines in their flagship Brut Réserve blend, while maintaining systematic malolactic fermentation and exclusive use of first-press juice.
Charles Joguet
Domaine Charles Joguet operates 36 hectares across Chinon's diverse terroirs, producing primarily Cabernet Franc wines from sandy alluvial soils, clay-limestone plateaus, and chalky hillsides with favorable south and southwest exposures. The estate pioneered single-vineyard bottlings in the region and maintains this tradition through organic farming practices, hand harvesting, and terroir-specific vinification protocols that honor each site's distinctive character.
Charles van Canneyt
Charles Van Canneyt, known for his role at Domaine Hudelot-Noellat, also produces wines under his own label, showcasing the elegance of Burgundy through expressive Pinot Noirs.
Charmail, Chateau
Chateau Charmail is a 28-hectare Cru Bourgeois estate in Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, Haut-Médoc, producing structured Bordeaux blends from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grown on gravelly soils that benefit from the Gironde estuary's moderating influence. The estate focuses exclusively on crafting a single, consistent wine that combines traditional methods with modern techniques, delivering quality that frequently exceeds its classification and offers exceptional value compared to its more famous Médoc neighbors.
Chartogne Taillet
Chartogne-Taillet is a historic family estate dating to 1683, farming 11 hectares of diverse sand, clay, and limestone soils in Merfy (northern Montagne de Reims), where Alexandre Chartogne crafts terroir-driven Champagnes from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, and historical varieties. Each vineyard parcel receives individualized attention—some worked by horse—with separate vinifications using indigenous yeasts, parcel-specific aging vessels, and minimal intervention throughout the process to authentically express Merfy's distinctive terroir.
Charvin, Domaine
Domaine Charvin is a small, family-owned estate in the Southern Rhône of France with 21 hectares of vineyards, primarily producing Grenache-dominant wines from their galets roulés-covered parcels in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Côtes du Rhône. Under sixth-generation proprietor Laurent Charvin, the estate maintains traditional methods including whole-cluster fermentation, concrete tank aging, and minimal intervention, resulting in wines that emphasize balance and terroir expression rather than power.
Chasse-Spleen, Chateau
Château Chasse-Spleen is a leading Moulis-en-Médoc estate owned by the Merlaut-Villars family, spanning 98 hectares of deep Garonne gravel soils where they produce predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines from 30-year-old vines planted at high density. Their traditional approach combines plot-by-plot harvesting with temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats, followed by 12-18 months aging in French oak barrels, maintaining the estate's classic Médoc character that earned it Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel status.
Chenade, Chateau La
Chateau La Chenade is a modest-sized Thienpont family estate in Lalande-de-Pomerol producing Merlot-dominant Bordeaux blends from clay and gravel soils near the Pomerol border. The estate combines traditional hand-harvesting with precise temperature-controlled fermentation techniques, creating wines that consistently outperform their appellation designation and price point under the family's expert guidance.
Cheval Blanc, Chateau
Château Cheval Blanc, established in 1832, is a Legendary winery located in the Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux. Known for its elegant, refined wines, primarily composed of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the estate dynamically adjusts the blend to best express its distinctive terroir. Cheval Blanc was granted the status of Premier Grand Cru Classé A in the Saint-Émilion classification of 1954, a testament to its legacy and the exceptional quality of its wines that continue to be highly coveted by collectors worldwide.
Cheval Blanc & Terrazas de Los Andes
Cheval des Andes is a joint venture between Bordeaux's legendary Cheval Blanc and Argentina's Terrazas de Los Andes, blending French winemaking excellence with high-altitude Argentinian terroir.
Chevalier, Domaine de
Domaine de Chevalier is a Cru Classé estate in Pessac-Léognan spanning 45 hectares, where the Bernard family produces primarily Cabernet Sauvignon-based reds and Sauvignon Blanc-dominated whites from black sand and fine white gravel soils in a forest-protected microclimate. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes balance over power through sustainable viticulture, parcel-by-parcel vinification, and traditional barrel aging techniques that have consistently expressed their Léognan terroir since 1865.
Chezeaux, Domaine
Domaine des Chezeaux, stewarded by the Ponsot family in Burgundy, stands out for its old vine Pinot Noir, with a legacy that includes some of the most admired plots in Gevrey-Chambertin, dating back to the early 20th century.
Chiara Boschis (Azienda Agricola E. Pira e Figli)
Chiara Boschis, running Azienda Agricola E. Pira e Figli in Barolo since the early 1990s, has been a pioneering force for female winemakers in Italy. Her Barolos are renowned for their finesse, depth, and embodying the storied vineyards of Piedmont.
Chiara Condello
Chiara Condello operates a boutique Sangiovese-focused winery in Predappio, Romagna, where her small 3-hectare estate at 250-350 meters elevation features distinctive calcareous clay soils with marine fossil deposits. Her minimalist approach employs native yeast fermentation in open-top wooden vats, extended macerations, and aging in neutral Slavonian oak, establishing her as an important voice in the rediscovery of Romagna's winemaking potential.
Chiuse, Le
Le Chiuse is a Brunello di Montalcino producer, known for its historic connection with Biondi-Santi, and produces wines that are elegant and have considerable aging potential.
Chris Ringland
Chris Ringland, an influential winemaker in Australia's Barossa Valley, is renowned for his Shiraz, producing some of the most intensely flavored and meticulously crafted wines in the region.
Christian Moreau Pere & Fils, Domaine
Christian Moreau Père & Fils, a Chablis domain with a long lineage, is known for its precise and mineral-driven Chardonnay, showcasing the distinct Kimmeridgian soil of the area. Among their most acclaimed bottlings are those from the Grand Cru vineyards of Les Clos, Valmur, and Vaudésir.
Christophe Roumier
Domaine Georges Roumier, a third-generation family estate in Burgundy led by Christophe Roumier since 1981, produces approximately 3,000-4,000 cases annually from 11.5 hectares of primarily Pinot Noir vineyards across prestigious sites including Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru and Chambolle-Musigny Premier Crus. Christophe's winemaking balances traditional Burgundian methods with technical refinement, employing sustainable viticulture, native yeast fermentations, and careful oak regimens to create wines of remarkable precision and terroir transparency that have become among the most collectible in the world.
Christophe Vaudoisey, Domaine
Domaine Christophe Vaudoisey is a small family-owned estate in Volnay, Côte de Beaune, focusing primarily on elegant Pinot Noir from limestone-rich soils across 5-10 hectares of east-facing vineyards. Their traditional approach combines hand-harvesting and judicious oak aging (20-30% new), delivering authentic Burgundian character and exceptional quality without the international recognition of the region's more famous producers.
Churton
Churton is a family-owned producer in Marlborough, New Zealand, crafting Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir from hillside vineyards at 200 meters elevation in the Waihopai Valley, where clay-loam soils contribute structural depth to their wines. Their artisanal approach encompasses Demeter-certified biodynamic viticulture, hand harvesting, and low-intervention winemaking techniques that yield mineral-driven Sauvignon Blanc and site-specific Pinot Noir expressions distinct from conventional regional styles.
Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona
Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona is a family-owned Brunello producer in southeastern Montalcino with 55.5 hectares of vineyards, primarily focusing on Sangiovese grown in the estate's prized Pianrosso vineyard at 240-360 meters elevation with southwestern exposure. Their traditional approach combines certified organic viticulture with minimal intervention winemaking, fermenting in temperature-controlled stainless steel before aging their Brunello in large Slavonian oak casks for extended periods.
Cianfagna
Cianfagna is a small family-owned winery in Toro, Molise, focused on producing Tintilia del Molise DOC from indigenous grapes grown in clay-limestone soils at 400-600 meters elevation, where continental climate with Mediterranean influences creates ideal growing conditions. Their minimal intervention approach combines traditional methods with thoughtful aging techniques, yielding authentic expressions of Molise's distinctive terroir that remain largely undiscovered by mainstream wine consumers.
Clandestin
Founded in 2016 by Bertrand Gautherot and Benoît Doussot, Clandestin is a small-scale biodynamic Champagne producer in the Côte des Bar, crafting primarily Pinot Noir-based wines from Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils. Their minimalist approach includes indigenous yeast fermentation, extended lees aging, and low dosage, establishing them as influential newcomers whose terroir-driven, single-vineyard expressions represent the vanguard of artisanal Champagne production.
Clarence Dillon Wines
Clarence Dillon Wines, which includes the esteemed Bordeaux estates Château Haut-Brion and Château La Mission Haut-Brion, represents wines of exceptional pedigree and quality.
Clarendon Hills
Clarendon Hills is a family-owned producer in South Australia's elevated Clarendon subregion of McLaren Vale, specializing in single-vineyard Shiraz, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot from old vines grown in ironstone and clay over limestone soils. Their winemaking combines founder Roman Bratasiuk's scientific background with European traditions, emphasizing hand-harvesting, extended maceration, French oak aging, and minimal intervention to create concentrated, structured wines designed for long-term aging.
Claude Cazals
Claude Cazals is a small family-owned grower-producer in the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, cultivating 9-10 hectares of Chardonnay on chalky soils to craft primarily Blanc de Blancs Champagnes. Under Delphine Cazals' leadership since the early 2000s, this under-the-radar producer maintains complete control from vineyard to bottle, employing traditional methods including hand harvesting, gentle pressing, and extended lees aging to express the distinctive mineral character of their terroir.
Claude Dugat
Claude Dugat, a small but highly respected producer in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, is known for Pinot Noirs that are the epitome of power and finesse, with significant aging potential.
Claude Riffault
Domaine Claude Riffault is a family-owned 13-15 hectare estate in Sancerre's eastern Loire Valley, producing primarily Sauvignon Blanc wines from diverse vineyard holdings across the region's three distinctive soil types: terres blanches, caillottes, and silex. Under second-generation winemaker Stéphane Riffault, the estate has evolved through sustainable viticulture, site-specific winemaking, and thoughtful integration of traditional methods with modern innovations, establishing itself as one of Sancerre's most exciting emerging producers.
Clemens Busch
Clemens Busch is a family-owned, 16-hectare VDP estate in Pünderich on the Middle Mosel, specializing in terroir-expressive Rieslings from steep, slate-diverse vineyards in the Marienburg site. Their wines reflect distinct slate types through color-coded, parcel-specific bottlings, produced using biodynamic viticulture and minimal-intervention winemaking with spontaneous fermentations in traditional fuders and extended lees aging.
Clerc Milon, Chateau
Château Clerc Milon is a 41-hectare Fifth Growth estate in Pauillac owned by the Rothschild family, producing approximately 15,000 cases annually of Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Bordeaux blends from gravelly soils between two First Growth neighbors. The estate combines traditional Bordeaux methods with modern precision in its gravity-fed winery, maintaining classic winemaking practices while incorporating sustainable features and preserving some of the Médoc's oldest Carmenère vines.
Climens, Chateau
Château Climens is a 30-hectare Premier Cru estate in Barsac producing exclusively Sémillon-based sweet wines from its elevated limestone-clay plateau, where the marine fossil-rich soils provide ideal conditions for noble rot development. The estate, managed by Bérénice Lurton since 1992, follows certified biodynamic practices and employs plot-specific vinification with careful barrel aging in French oak for up to 24 months.
Clinet, Chateau
Château Clinet is an 11.5-hectare Pomerol estate on the appellation's plateau, producing structured red wines from predominantly Merlot vines grown in iron-rich clay and gravel soils. The estate combines traditional Bordeaux winemaking with modern techniques, employing gravity-flow systems and optical sorting in their renovated winery while maintaining plot-by-plot vinification and aging in French oak barrels.
Clonakilla
Clonakilla is a family-owned pioneer of Australian cool-climate winemaking, producing approximately 10,000 cases annually from their 30-hectare Murrumbateman estate at 600 meters elevation, with particular focus on their flagship Shiraz Viognier that showcases the granite soils and significant diurnal temperature variation. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention with techniques including hand-harvesting, partial whole-bunch fermentation, indigenous yeasts, and French oak aging—an approach that revolutionized Australian Shiraz by prioritizing elegance and site expression over power.
Closel, Domaine du
Domaine du Closel is a family-owned estate in Savennières with 16 hectares of predominantly Chenin Blanc vineyards on south-facing slopes above the Loire River, where schist and sandstone soils with quartz and rhyolite create distinctly mineral wines. Under Evelyne de Pontbriand's leadership since 2001, the estate maintains traditional winemaking through biodynamic viticulture, low yields, native yeast fermentations, and extended lees aging to produce benchmark expressions of this historic appellation.
Clotte, Chateau La
Chateau La Clotte, with a small production in Saint-Émilion, has been making wine since the 16th century. Their Merlot-centric blends are praised for their concentration and elegance.
Cloudburst
Cloudburst, a boutique winery in Western Australia, has quickly achieved Cult status for its highly exclusive Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, noted for their organic practices and exceptional quality.
Cloudy Bay
Cloudy Bay, established in 1985 and now owned by LVMH, operates 250 hectares across Marlborough's diverse sub-regions, producing primarily Sauvignon Blanc from free-draining Wairau Valley soils alongside Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from clay-rich Southern Valleys sites. Their pioneering role in defining New Zealand's signature wine style combines precise vineyard management with tailored production methods, from stainless steel fermentation for their flagship Sauvignon Blanc to wild yeast and oak aging for their alternative Te Koko expression.
Coche Bizouard, Domaine
Coche Bizouard, now Domaine Fabien Coche, a family-run Domain in Meursault, has been creating small quantities of exceptional Chardonnay since the 1940s. Their wines are acclaimed for their precision, minerality, and depth, with a traditional Burgundian craftsmanship.
Coche-Dury, Domaine
Domaine Coche-Dury is a Cult producer located in the Côte de Beaune region of Burgundy, France. It is especially renowned for producing some of the world's finest Chardonnay wines. Managed by the meticulous Jean-François Coche and his family, the estate's wines exhibit an unparalleled precision, depth, minerality, and complexity. Their flagship wines notably include those from Meursault, where Meursault Les Perrières stands out, and the prestigious Grand Cru Corton-Charlemagne, making them highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs.
Cockburn's
Cockburn's is a historic Portuguese port house established in 1815, now owned by Symington Family Estates, producing traditional port wines from 100 hectares of predominantly south-facing vineyards at Quinta dos Canais in the Douro Superior region, where schist soils and old vines contribute to concentrated wines. Their balanced approach combines traditional methods like foot treading in granite lagares for premium vintages with careful aging protocols in their Vila Nova de Gaia cellars, maintaining a portfolio focused exclusively on Portuguese varieties across ruby, tawny, and vintage expressions.
Coffinet Duvernay, Domaine
Domaine Coffinet-Duvernay is a family-operated estate managing 5.5 hectares in Chassagne-Montrachet, focusing primarily on Chardonnay from limestone-rich premier cru sites including Fairandes, Blanchots Dessus, and Les Caillerets. Established in 1993 when Philippe Duvernay and Laura Coffinet combined their inherited vineyards, the domaine has quickly gained recognition through their terroir-focused approach, sustainable viticulture, and minimal intervention winemaking that showcases the precision and mineral expression of their 40-50 year old vines.
Col d'Orcia
Col d'Orcia is a family-owned, 540-hectare estate on Montalcino's southern slopes, with 140 hectares of primarily Sangiovese vineyards at 150-450 meters elevation producing Brunello di Montalcino from diverse soils of marl, clay, limestone, and sandstone. Tuscany's largest certified organic wine producer since 2010, they balance traditional winemaking methods—aging Brunello in both French and Slavonian oak for at least two years—with modern techniques like temperature-controlled fermentation to authentically express their southern Montalcino terroir.
Colgin Cellars
Colgin Cellars, nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, California, was founded by Ann Colgin in 1992. This Cult winery specializes in producing premium, limited-production Cabernet Sauvignon blends that reflect the unique characteristics of their estate vineyards. Beyond Cabernet Sauvignon, Colgin is also known for crafting exceptional red wines, including Syrah and Bordeaux-style blends.
Colla, Poderi
Poderi Colla is a third-generation family estate spanning 25 hectares across three strategic properties in Piedmont's top appellations, focusing primarily on Nebbiolo expressions through their Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose and Barbaresco Roncaglie bottlings from calcareous soils at elevations between 260-350 meters. Their winemaking philosophy balances traditional methods—including extended Nebbiolo maceration and aging in large Slavonian oak casks—with selective modern techniques that enhance quality while prioritizing authentic vineyard expression over winemaking intervention.
Colombier, Domaine du
Domaine du Colombier is a family-owned, medium-sized estate in Mercurol in the northern Rhône Valley, where Florent Viale manages 16 hectares across Crozes-Hermitage and Hermitage, focusing primarily on Syrah-based wines from alluvial and granite soils. Their traditional winemaking approach includes temperature-controlled fermentation, appellation-specific aging regimens, and minimal intervention that prioritizes authentic terroir expression over trend-chasing.
Comando G
Comando G is a small-scale partnership founded in 2008 that focuses exclusively on high-altitude, old-vine Garnacha from Sierra de Gredos' granite soils near Madrid, where elevations of 600-1,200 meters create wines of distinctive freshness and precision. Their minimal-intervention approach includes organic farming with draft horses, native yeast fermentations in open-top wooden vats, whole-cluster inclusion, and gentle extraction methods that showcase each vineyard's unique character through separate vinification of hand-harvested fruit.
Comm. G.B. Burlotto
G.B. Burlotto is a 15-hectare family estate in Verduno, Barolo, producing Nebbiolo-based wines from prime sites including the steep Monvigliero cru, Cannubi, and Acclivi parcels, while also preserving the rare Pelaverga Piccolo variety. The estate maintains traditional methods like foot-treading during fermentation and large Slavonian oak aging, continuing practices established in 1857 when they supplied the Royal House of Savoy.
Commaraine, Domaine de la
Domaine de la Commaraine is a historic Burgundy estate in Pommard focused on producing structured, age-worthy Pinot Noir from its prized 3.75-hectare monopole premier cru vineyard with limestone-rich soils. The estate is experiencing a thoughtful renaissance under new ownership since 2017-2018, balancing traditional Burgundian methods with modern precision while implementing sustainable vineyard practices as part of a comprehensive revival approach.
Comte Armand
Comte Armand is a family-owned Burgundy estate spanning 9.5 hectares, primarily focused on structured, age-worthy Pinot Noir from their historic 5.5-hectare Clos des Epeneaux monopole in Pommard, with additional holdings in Auxey-Duresses and Volnay. Their winemaking combines traditional Burgundian methods with biodynamic viticulture (Demeter-certified since 2005), featuring indigenous yeast fermentations, significant whole-cluster inclusion, and extended oak aging that produces wines of authentic terroir expression and remarkable longevity.
Comte Georges de Vogue, Domaine
Comte Georges de Vogüé is an Iconic wine estate located in the village of Chambolle-Musigny, in the Burgundy region of France. The estate is renowned mainly for its exceptional Pinot Noir wines, as it predominantly focuses on this variety rather than Chardonnay. Comte Georges de Vogue is best known for its prestigious production from the Grand Cru vineyards of Musigny and Bonnes-Mares, with Musigny Grand Cru being almost exclusively planted with Pinot Noir and renowned for producing some of the most refined and complex wines in the region.
Comte Lafon, Les Heritiers du
Les Heritiers du Comte Lafon is Dominique Lafon's 14-hectare Mâconnais estate producing terroir-specific Chardonnay wines from five villages with diverse clay-limestone soils at 200-300 meters elevation. Their certified organic and biodynamic approach, combined with minimal intervention winemaking and precise vineyard management, has fundamentally elevated the reputation of Mâconnais wines and established new quality standards for the region.
Comte Liger Belair, Domaine du
Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair is a Cult Burgundy producer known for its biodynamic practices, meticulous winemaking, and limited production of highly sought-after wines. With a family legacy dating back to 1815, the domaine produces terroir-driven wines from iconic vineyards like La Romanée, reflecting both tradition and innovation.
Comte Senard, Domaine
Domaine Comte Senard is a fifth-generation family estate in Aloxe-Corton with 9 hectares of vineyards, specializing in Pinot Noir from nine Grand Cru climats across the Hill of Corton's varied clay-limestone soils and elevations. Their winemaking balances traditional Burgundian methods—hand harvesting, partial whole-cluster fermentation, and patient maturation—with a multi-generational commitment to authentic terroir expression rather than following trends.
Comtes Lafon, Domaine des
Domaine des Comtes Lafon operates 14 hectares in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, focusing on Chardonnay from limestone-rich Meursault premier cru vineyards including Perrières, Charmes, and Genevrières. Under fourth-generation owner Dominique Lafon, the biodynamic estate follows traditional Burgundian methods with indigenous yeast fermentation and extended lees aging of 18-22 months.
Confession, Chateau La
Château La Confession, in Saint-Émilion, produces Merlot and Cabernet Franc wines that are known for their modern style, combining lush fruit with a polished structure.
Confuron Cotetidot, Domaine
Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot is a family-owned 12-hectare estate in Vosne-Romanée producing structured Pinot Noir from exceptional vineyard holdings across the Côte de Nuits, where limestone-clay soils and old vines contribute to the wines' depth. The brothers Yves and Jean-Pierre maintain traditional Burgundian methods including late harvesting, extensive whole-cluster fermentation, and extended maceration followed by patient oak aging, resulting in terroir-expressive wines with remarkable aging potential.
Connivence, Chateau La
Château La Connivence is a boutique Pomerol estate spanning just one hectare of clay-rich and gravelly soils, producing a single Merlot-dominant wine through the collaborative efforts of the Moueix and Durantou families. Their deliberately limited production of 3,000-4,000 bottles annually combines traditional Bordeaux methods with modern precision, creating a scarce and exceptional expression that has quietly developed a devoted following without marketing or deliberate positioning.
Conseillante, Chateau La
Château La Conseillante is an 11.8-hectare Pomerol estate run by the Nicolas family since 1871, producing Merlot-dominant Bordeaux blends from clay-gravel soils with significant iron deposits across 18 distinct parcels. The estate combines traditional plot-by-plot vinification with modern precision techniques, including optical sorting and gravity-flow systems introduced in 2012, while maintaining their signature purple capsule trademark established in 1929.
Conti Costanti
Conti Costanti, a well-respected Brunello di Montalcino producer, is appreciated for Sangiovese wines that balance intensity and elegance, reflecting the historical terroir of Montalcino.
Continuum
Continuum Estate, founded by Tim Mondavi and family in Napa Valley, California, is committed to producing world-class, terroir-driven Bordeaux-style blends.
Coquard Loison Fleurot, Domaine
Domaine Coquard Loison Fleurot is a family-owned Burgundy producer based in Flagey-Echézeaux, managing 10 hectares of limestone-clay vineyards across prestigious Côte de Nuits appellations, focusing exclusively on Pinot Noir production. Under winemaker Thomas Colladot's leadership since 2010, the estate has transformed from grape selling to complete estate bottling, employing traditional Burgundian techniques with thoughtful modern refinements that have quietly elevated their wines to new heights of precision and terroir expression.
Cos Labory, Chateau
Château Cos Labory, nestled in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, is a recognized Fifth Growth estate. With roots dating back to the 18th century, the château is renowned for producing Bordeaux blends with a strong presence of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cos d'Estournel, Chateau
Cos d'Estournel, a Second Growth estate in Saint-Estèphe founded in 1811, operates 91 hectares of gravelly slopes planted primarily to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, benefiting from the temperature-moderating effects of the nearby Gironde estuary. The estate combines traditional Bordeaux winemaking with modern precision through its gravity-flow winery, where plot-specific vinification in temperature-controlled vats and 18-month French oak aging maintain classical standards.
Cote, Domaine de la
Domaine de la Côte is a boutique Pinot Noir producer founded by sommelier Rajat Parr and winemaker Sashi Moorman in Santa Barbara County's Sta. Rita Hills AVA, where their 30 acres of densely-planted vineyards benefit from a cool Pacific-influenced microclimate and distinctive marine-based soils. Their minimalist winemaking approach—featuring whole cluster fermentation, native yeasts, and restrained oak usage—yields lower-alcohol wines that have quickly established the estate as a standard-bearer for site-specific, terroir-driven California Pinot Noir since their first commercial vintage in 2011.
Coudray-Bizot
Domaine Coudray-Bizot is a family-owned Burgundian estate based in Gevrey-Chambertin, producing small-batch Pinot Noir wines from their holdings across the limestone and clay soils of the Côte de Nuits, including parcels in Grand Cru Echezeaux and Charmes-Chambertin. François Coudray-Bizot maintains traditional winemaking methods including extended maceration, native yeast fermentation, and minimal intervention, with wines aging in French oak before being bottled unfined and unfiltered to preserve their authentic terroir expression.
Courbis, Domaine
Domaine Courbis is a family-owned Northern Rhône estate spanning 35 hectares across Cornas and Saint-Joseph, where brothers Laurent and Dominique Courbis craft predominantly Syrah-based wines from steep, granite-rich hillside vineyards with vines up to 60 years old. Their winemaking balances traditional methods with careful modernization, emphasizing sustainable viticulture, meticulous sorting, and French oak aging to authentically express the distinctive character of each appellation's terroir.
Courcel, Domaine de
Domaine de Courcel, a Pommard-based Burgundy estate, is noted for its structured and concentrated Pinot Noir that showcases the full-bodied style of its appellation.
Coutet, Chateau
Château Coutet, a Premier Cru Barsac estate established in the 13th century, produces sweet Sauternes-Barsac wines from 38.5 hectares of clay-limestone soils planted predominantly to Sémillon. The estate maintains traditional methods, utilizing its original 13th-century vertical press alongside modern techniques, with wines aging 18 months in new French oak barrels.
Cras, Domaine de la
Domaine de la Cras is a municipal wine estate established in 2013 on Dijon's outskirts, where Marc Soyard farms 8 hectares of high-elevation Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards on limestone-clay soils at the northern edge of the Côte de Nuits. Soyard's certified organic, low-intervention approach emphasizes indigenous fermentations, whole-cluster techniques, and minimal oak influence, rapidly transforming previously overlooked terroir into distinctive wines that have established this innovative municipal project as a noteworthy new voice in Burgundy.
Cristom
Cristom Vineyards is a family-owned winery in Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills producing 17,000 cases annually, primarily focused on estate Pinot Noir from 58.4 acres of volcanic and marine sedimentary soils that benefit from Pacific breezes through the Van Duzer Corridor. Their winemaking philosophy embraces traditional Burgundian methods including significant whole-cluster fermentation, native yeast fermentations, and manual punch-downs, with longtime winemaker Steve Doerner maintaining consistent quality since the winery's 1992 founding.
Crock, Chateau Le
Château Le Crock is situated in Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, and produces robust, structured wines known for their classic Cabernet Sauvignon-led blends.
Croft
Croft, a distinguished name in Port wine, offers a range of fortified wines from the Douro Valley, including vintage ports that are rich, structured, and suitable for long aging.
Croix Figeac, Chateau
Château Croix Figeac is a 5.5-hectare Saint-Émilion Grand Cru estate owned by the Moueix family, producing approximately 25,000 bottles annually from predominantly Merlot vineyards planted on sandy-gravel soils with clay subsoils near the Pomerol border. The property follows the Moueix family's methodical approach with hand harvesting, concrete vat fermentation, and 15-18 month French oak aging, emphasizing minimal intervention to express the vineyard's natural characteristics rather than imposing a predetermined style.
Croix de Labrie, Chateau
Croix de Labrie, a boutique Saint-Émilion Grand Cru estate, is acclaimed for its limited-production, high-quality Merlot-based wines, which express the richness and complexity of the appellation.
Croix-Mouton, Chateau
Croix-Mouton, a Bordeaux Supérieur estate, over-delivers on the appellation's promise with Merlot-dominant wines that offer exceptional value and a taste of the Bordeaux experience.
Croizet-Bages, Chateau
Château Croizet-Bages is a 30-hectare Fifth Growth Pauillac estate owned by the Quié family since 1942, producing Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Bordeaux blends from well-draining Günzian gravel soils along the Gironde estuary. The estate combines traditional methods with measured modernization, employing hand-harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentation, and 18-month aging in French oak with 30-40% new barrels to create structured wines that authentically express Pauillac's distinctive character.
Cruzelles, Chateau Les
Château Les Cruzelles is a 5.5-hectare Lalande-de-Pomerol estate run by the Durantou family, producing Merlot-dominant Bordeaux from clay and gravel soils that share similarities with neighboring Pomerol. The estate applies the same exacting standards used at their Pomerol property L'Église-Clinet, yielding wines that demonstrate how exceptional terroir and precise winemaking can elevate an appellation's reputation.
Crystallum
Crystallum is a boutique, family-run winery established in 2007 by the Finlayson brothers, producing exclusively Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from cool-climate, Atlantic-influenced vineyards across the Western Cape's clay and shale soils. Their minimalist, terroir-driven approach features indigenous fermentation and restrained oak usage, with their recent dedicated winery completion in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley marking their evolution from small-scale project to influential force in South African fine wine.
Cuilleron
Domaine Yves Cuilleron is a century-old family estate in France's northern Rhône Valley, cultivating 75 hectares across Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, Côte-Rôtie, Saint-Péray, and Cornas, where Syrah and Viognier thrive on steep granite and schist slopes. Their traditional approach features all-manual vineyard work, native yeast fermentations, and aging protocols tailored to each wine's character, with minimal intervention during bottling to preserve the authentic expression of northern Rhône's indigenous varieties.
Cullen
Cullen Wines is a pioneering family estate in Margaret River's Wilyabrup sub-region, with 28 hectares of north-facing vineyards planted to Bordeaux varieties and Chardonnay on gravelly sandy loam soils just 3.5km from the Indian Ocean. Under Vanya Cullen's leadership since 1989, the winery has become a leader in biodynamic and organic viticulture, producing minimal-intervention wines harvested according to lunar cycles, including their flagship Diana Madeline Cabernet blend and Kevin John Chardonnay.
Cupano
Cupano is a small family-run estate on Montalcino's southern slopes, where husband-and-wife team Lionel Cousin and Ornella Tondini cultivate 7 hectares of primarily Sangiovese vineyards on galestro and alberese soils for their Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino. Their commitment to biodynamic viticulture, hand-harvesting, indigenous yeast fermentation, and aging in traditional large Slavonian oak casks reflects their minimal-intervention philosophy that prioritizes terroir expression over commercial expansion.
Cyprien Arlaud
Domaine Arlaud is a third-generation family estate in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits managing 15 hectares across prestigious appellations, producing primarily Pinot Noir from limestone and clay soils with many vines exceeding 50 years of age. The biodynamic-certified domaine employs horses for vineyard plowing, practices native yeast fermentation in wooden vats, and ages their wines with restrained oak usage before bottling without fining or filtration.