Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

High-altitude vines, pioneering spirit, and a touch of French flair in the foothills of the Andes.

After searching across Argentina for the perfect place to plant vines, French winemaker François Lurton found what he was looking for high in the Uco Valley — at the foot of the majestic Andes. In a semi-desert landscape of gravelly soils and pure mountain air, he saw potential where few others dared to look.

In the late 1990s, François established Bodega Piedra Negra on 200 hectares of untouched land in Chacayes, pioneering sustainable viticulture in the region long before it became fashionable. His instinct was right: the combination of altitude, sunshine, and mineral soils gives these wines their signature balance of freshness, depth, and elegance.

Today, the Uco Valley is celebrated as one of South America’s most exciting wine regions — and Piedra Negra remains one of its benchmarks. Visitors can explore the estate on horseback, take in sweeping views of the Andes, and experience firsthand how this once-remote corner of Mendoza became a world-class terroir.

High-altitude magic from the Andes — explore Bodega Piedra Negra

Pézenas, Languedoc, France

Mediterranean spirit, expressed with precision.

For those who love great wines with identity – handcrafted, expressive, and attractively priced – the Languedoc-Roussillon really is a playground of discovery. In the heart of this vibrant region, just outside the medieval village of Pézenas, you’ll find Domaine de Nizas: a Franco-American vision brought to life. Founded in 1998 by John Goelet — from a distinguished Bordeaux family — alongside celebrated winemaker Bernard Portet, Domaine de Nizas was created with the shared ambition to craft exceptional wines from exceptional terroirs. The same ambition that led the duo to establish Clos du Val in Napa Valley, and Taltarni and Clover Hill in Australia. Here, three remarkable soil types converge: pebbles, basalt and limestone — a true mosaic that allows Syrah, Grenache and old-vine Carignan to flourish. With a Mediterranean climate, cooling northern winds, and meticulous manual vineyard care, the fruit ripens with purity, freshness, and depth. Sustainability isn’t a buzzword here — the vineyard has been certified since 2007, honoring the land for the long term. The result? Wines that capture the character of Pézenas with generosity and Mediterranean charm — spice from basalt, vibrancy from limestone, and structure from river pebbles, woven into layered blends that age gracefully and drink joyfully.

Rooted in terroir. Inspired by tradition. Discover more.

Ribera del Duero, Spain

Where altitude shapes intensity — and Tempranillo reigns supreme.

Perched high above the plains of northern Spain, Bodegas Gondomar del Reino calls the village of Fompedraza home — a striking landscape in Valladolid, at the heart of the Ribera del Duero. Here, vineyards climb to over 1,000 metres, making them among the highest in the northern hemisphere. The result: wines of remarkable depth and elegance, born from dramatic temperature shifts and ancient soils.

Tempranillo is the soul of Gondomar del Reino — powerful, poised, and expressive. Each wine is a study in balance: dark fruit meets spice, strength meets grace. Aged in both French and American oak, the wines develop complex layers of black cherry, licorice, vanilla, and cocoa, with a finish as persistent as the land itself.

Every bottle reflects the extremes of this high-altitude terroir — bold yet refined, traditional yet full of energy. It’s Ribera del Duero in its purest, most elevated form.

Crafted at altitude. Defined by depth.

 Lolol Valley, Chile

Wines that exist for a reason.

In the quiet heart of Chile’s Colchagua region, the Lolol Valley is a place of balance — ocean breezes meet mountain light, granite soils meet gentle mists. It was here that French winemaker François Lurton discovered his vision: to craft wines that express the land itself, pure and unadorned. A pioneer in this valley, he founded Hacienda Araucano in 2000 and built its first bodega on untouched, virgin terroir.

Lurton’s philosophy is simple yet profound: I am a winegrower, and my goal is to express the terroir. Guided by biodynamic and organic practices, he cultivates 26 hectares of certified organic vines, integrating agroforestry by planting native trees such as Quillayes among the rows. Every grape is harvested by hand in the cool morning air, preserving the valley’s natural freshness and vitality.

The result is a collection of wines that embody precision, purity, and place — deeply rooted in the schist and granite soils of Lolol, yet touched by the sea’s whisper. Elegant, distinctive, and alive with energy, these are wines that don’t just tell a story — they exist for a reason. Born of virgin land. Guided by nature. Crafted with quiet mastery.

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Crafting emotion through precision and place.

Founded in 2002 by brothers Ezio and Massimo Negretti, this family-owned winery sits in the heart of La Morra, one of Barolo’s most celebrated villages. Rooted in generations of grape growing, the Negretti brothers have transformed their family’s heritage into a modern expression of artisan winemaking — producing wines that reflect the individuality of each vineyard and the soul of Piedmont itself.

With deep respect for nature, Negretti works by hand and by instinct, using gentle vineyard practices like green harvesting and low yields to allow purity and balance to shine. Their philosophy is guided by physics over chemistry — a belief that the rhythm of the vineyard and the integrity of the fruit should lead every decision.

Barolo is their flagship, crafted from 100% Nebbiolo and known for its elegance, complexity, and aging potential. Alongside it, Langhe Nebbiolo offers a graceful introduction to the region’s hallmark grape, while Barbera, Dolcetto, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay complete the range — each wine distinct yet united by finesse, structure, and expressive terroir.

Expect aromas of ripe cherry, violet, and spice, unfolding over time into layers of truffle, tobacco, and earth — wines that evolve as beautifully as the hills they come from.

Precision, passion, and Piedmont — bottled beautifully.