"If I had to choose one wine to show how great German riesling can be I would choose a Keller riesling. Those wines are the German Montrachets" - Jancis Robinson MW

Nestled in the heart of Rheinhessen, Germany’s largest wine-growing region, Weingut Keller is a name that resonates with reverence among fine wine collectors and sommeliers worldwide. The estate’s story begins in 1789, when Johann Leonhard Keller, fleeing the upheaval of the French Revolution, settled in Flörsheim-Dalsheim and acquired the now-iconic Oberer Hubacker vineyard.

Today, under the guidance of Klaus Peter Keller, the winery is known for producing some of the most sought-after dry Rieslings in the world. These wines aren’t just technically brilliant—they carry a sense of place, shaped by the limestone soils of vineyards like Morstein, Abtserde, and Kirchspiel. Each bottle tells a story of low yields, careful selection, and a winemaker who walks his vineyards with intention.

Keller is more than a name on a bottle. It represents a philosophy built on patience, precision, and a deep connection to the land. These wines invite you to slow down and pay attention. They are crafted to age, to evolve, and to inspire conversation.

"Vega Sicilia remains a benchmark for the world's great red wines" - Wine Advocate

Ah, Vega Sicilia! This isn't just any winery; it's one of the most prized Spanish wines. Founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, a Bordeaux-trained Spanish winemaker, Vega Sicilia was born out of a vision to create wines that could rival the best of France. Lecanda brought back vine cuttings from Bordeaux and planted them in the Ribera del Duero region.

Since 1982, the winery has been under the Álvarez family, who have continued to uphold its prestigious legacy.

Nestled in the Ribera del Duero region of northern Spain, Vega Sicilia's vineyards benefit from a harsh climate and limestone-rich soils. The estate is located in Valbuena de Duero, Valladolid, Castile and León.

Vega Sicilia is celebrated for its legendary wines, at the centre of that legacy is Único, a wine that lives up to its name. It’s aged for nearly a decade before release, a process that demands patience and precision. The result is a wine with extraordinary depth and character, one that continues to evolve long after it leaves the cellar. Alongside Único is Valbuena 5º, a younger expression that offers a glimpse into the estate’s soul with a more immediate charm. Both wines reflect the same philosophy: quality above all, and time as a trusted ally.

"Both traditionalist and trailblazer, Joh. Jos. Prüm and its Mosel Rieslings have set the standard and been a touchstone for generations of winemakers and wine lovers alike" - Decanter

For any fan of Riesling, the mention of Germany’s Mosel region often sparks a passionate discussion about its renowned wines, and without a doubt, the name Weingut Joh. Jos. Prüm will come up repeatedly, always spoken of with the kind of reverence typically reserved for royalty.

Founded in 1911 by Johann Josef Prüm, the winery quickly earned a reputation for its vibrant, pure expressions of Riesling, grown on the steep, slate-rich slopes at the heart of the Mosel. Today, the estate is managed by Dr. Katharina Prüm, who oversees 13.5 hectares of vines, including some rare, ungrafted vines.

Stephen Reinhardt one of the most prolific Riesling specialist stated “No matter what kind of mood you are in, the world always seems a better place with a glass of Prüm in hand; these are gracious, charming, wines that go straight for the heart leaving you only with the desire to finish the bottle quickly, resolving to finish a second bottle more slowly and reflectively.”

Known for their purity and balance, Joh. Jos. Prüm wines pair beautifully with Asian cuisine. The winery offers a diverse range of Riesling styles, from the crisp dryness of Kabinett to the richer, sweeter expressions of Auslese.

"Felton Road’s Pinot Noirs are breakthrough efforts in New Zealand and compete with the finest wines being made in California, Oregon and Burgundy’s Cote D’Or" - Robert Parker

“I can confirm that this is the single most impressive estate in New Zealand. Each and every wine is fantastic.” - Matthew Jukes

Felton Road is a name that resonates with wine enthusiasts around the world and consistently ranked in the Top 50 of The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands.

Felton Road’s story began in 1991 when Stewart Elms planted the Elms Vineyard on Felton Road in Central Otago’s Bannockburn sub-region. Releasing their first commercial vintage in 1997, the winery has grown steadily over the years. Nigel Greening, the current owner, acquired Cornish Point Vineyard in 1998 and then purchased Felton Road which includes the Elms Vineyard, Clavert Vineyard and MacMuir Vineyard, in 2000. These vineyards total 34 hectares and benefit from free-draining, low-fertility soils and a unique climate that makes them ideal for producing premium quality Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling. Nigel Greening’s vision for Felton Road was clear from the start: to craft wines that would reflect the unique terroir of Central Otago and set new standards for quality in New Zealand wine. Greening was drawn to Central Otago for its purity and high-altitude vineyards, which offered both a challenge and opportunity to produce wines of exceptional character.

Felton Road is best known for its exceptional Pinot Noir, which has been widely regarded as one of the best in New Zealand. The wines are known for their richness, depth, and ability to age with grace. Some of the standout wines from Felton Road include: Block 3, Calvert and Cornish Point. If you speak to anyone who admires New Zealand wine like we do at the World of Wine you can guarantee Felton Road is one of the icons they will mention first.

"The wines of Egon Muller occupy a rarefied strata at the very pinnacle of their genre. In much the same way as Domaine de la Romanee-Conti occupies both a contemporary and historical point of reference in its region"- John Gilman

In the steep, slate-covered slopes of the Saar Valley, Egon Müller has quietly crafted some of the most extraordinary Rieslings in the world. The estate, Scharzhof, dates back to 1797, when Müller’s ancestors took over vineyards once owned by a local monastery. Since then, the family has passed down not just a name, but a philosophy—one rooted in patience, precision, and a deep respect for nature’s rhythm. Today, Egon Müller IV continues that legacy, producing wines that speak softly but leave a lasting impression.

At the heart of the estate is the Scharzhofberger vineyard, a site that has become almost mythical among collectors and sommeliers. Its unique combination of altitude, soil, and climate allows Müller to produce Rieslings with remarkable clarity and energy. These wines are not rushed to market. They are released only when Müller believes they are ready, often after years of quiet development in the cellar. From Kabinett to Trockenbeerenauslese, each bottle reflects a season, a mood, and a moment in time.

What sets Egon Müller apart is his commitment to purity. The winery works exclusively with Riesling, harvested only from its own vineyards. Grapes are sorted by hand, often berry by berry, especially for the estate’s rarest wines. Noble rot, or botrytis, is embraced rather than avoided, allowing for the creation of deeply concentrated and expressive sweet wines.

To drink Egon Müller is to experience Riesling at its most refined. These are wines that don’t shout, but rather unfold slowly, revealing layers of minerality, acidity, and quiet elegance.

"Harlan Estate might be the single most profound red wine made not just in California, but in the world." - Robert Parker

Founded in 1984 by Bill Harlan, the estate was born from a simple but ambitious idea: to create a California wine that could stand shoulder to shoulder with the great estates of Europe. It was not about imitation. It was about building something timeless, rooted in the land and shaped by vision.

The property itself is dramatic. Nearly 240 acres of wild terrain, with just over 40 acres planted to vine, surrounded by untouched woodland. The vineyard is a patchwork of exposures and elevations, giving the winemaking team a broad canvas to work with. From the beginning, the focus has been on Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by small amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot.

Harlan Estate releases just one wine each year, and it is never rushed. The team works with patience, blending from dozens of small lots and aging the wine in French oak until it is ready to speak for itself.

Over time, Harlan Estate garnered an astounding twenty 100-point scores, making it one of Napa's leading “cult wines,” known for its glowing reviews, limited quantities, and devoted cult following. Bill Harlan's dream of crafting a California wine of "first growth" caliber came to fruition through his unwavering dedication to quality and passion for winemaking.

"A truly great Pinot goes beyond that and forms a spiritual, profound experience and I think Rippon's wines are just beginning to move into that phase"- Neal Martin

Rippon vineyard is a jewel of Central Otago. The picture-perfect setting of Rippon on the shores of Lake Wanaka looking out to Ruby Island has a fairy-tale quality. And the story of how it came to be is almost just as mythical, thanks to one soldier’s lightbulb moment in the Second World War. But don’t be fooled by the view, their story is one of passion and a lot of hard work in one of New Zealand’s most extreme climates.

Lois and Rolfe Mills are recognised as part of the ‘first five’ pioneers of the modern Central Otago wine industry, and their dedication to the land has been passed to the next generation running the vineyard today. In 2019, Rippon was awarded the Best Vineyard in Australasia and ranked 8th best in the world.

Rippon's story began in 1912 when Sir Percy Sargood bought a high-country station on the western flanks of Lake Wanaka, spanning all of what is central Wanaka today. When he died, “considerable swathes of land” had to be sold to cover death duties. Fast forward thirty years, Percy's grandson Rolfe was a submarine lieutenant in the Second World War. While on duty, Rolfe spent some time in the Atlantic coast of Portugal. The schist slopes of the Douro valley reminded him of home, it was his “first lightbulb moment.”

It wasn’t until 1975, thirty years after his initial idea while running the farm as an angora goat stud, that he and his wife Lois decided to plant some experimental vines. They were the first family to plant Pinot Noir in Central Otago, the Pioneers of the region. Rippon has been organic since inception, and biodynamic since 2002, after winemaker Nick Mills returned from studying in Burgundy. Nick Mills is the fourth generation of his family to walk the rows on Rippon, he has a brilliant winemaking CV having worked with Nicolas Potel, Benjamin Leroux, JJ Confuron, Pascal Marchand and Domaine de la Romanee Conti in Burgundy.

Nick Mills has transformed Rippon to be one of the leading producers in the region. The Pinot Noir is the star of the show, showcasing elegance, structure, and minerality.

Opus One quietly tells a story of collaboration and ambition. The estate began with a handshake between Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, Napa’s pioneering voice.

It was 1978, the two luminaries’ philosophy was simple from the beginning: Opus One would be a classic Bordeaux-style wine, it would reflect the partnership between the Mondavi and Rothschild families, and it would be different and unique. Over the last 30 years, their carefully chosen team has mapped the Opus One vineyards down to each vine. They’ve pulled yeast samples off of the property’s riverside trees. They show up at 3 am, night after night, when it’s time to harvest, and masterfully translate that into the bottle in an incomparable wine. The result is the wine that represents Napa Valley to the world.

The vineyard spans 170 acres across four parcels, including a prized section of the historic To Kalon Vineyard. The soils are gravelly and well-drained, ideal for growing Bordeaux varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon is the backbone of the blend, typically making up around 80% of the wine. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec round out the composition. The grapes are hand-harvested in the cool morning hours, fermented in stainless steel, and aged in new French oak for about 18 months before bottling

Opus One holds a rare position in the world of fine wine, not only for its pedigree and precision but for how it reaches collectors. Distributed through the Place de Bordeaux, it stands alongside the most prestigious estates of Europe, a testament to its global reputation. This channel connects the wine to top merchants and cellars around the world, and each release is met with anticipation. For collectors Opus One is a cornerstone valued for its quality, consistency and the quiet confidence it brings to a serious cellar.

"I conjectured whether this is New Zealand's greatest wine. Well, let me put it this way, it is the front runner" - Neal Martin

Te Mata Estate, nestled in the heart of Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, is a beacon of winemaking excellence and heritage. Established in 1896 by the Chambers family, it is New Zealand's oldest continuously operating winery. The estate was originally part of Te Mata Station, a large pastoral landholding established by English immigrant John Chambers in 1854. After returning from France, John's third son, Bernard, planted the first vines in 1892, marking the beginning of Te Mata Estate's storied history.

The vineyards stretch across north-facing slopes at the foot of Te Mata Peak, where gravelly soils and long sunshine hours create ideal conditions for Bordeaux varieties. Te Mata’s flagship wine, Coleraine, is a Bordeaux Blend that sits on the throne wearing the royal crown in New Zealand. This illustrious wine isn't just a bottle; it's an icon, much like Australia's Penfolds Grange. The most collected wine in New Zealand!

If you’re unfamiliar with this iconic Bordeaux blend but enjoy wines like Cullen Diana Madeline, Mount Mary Quintet, Yarra Yering Dry Red No. 1, and other local gems, we highly recommend adding Te Mata Coleraine to your collection. It's a must-try that aligns perfectly with those styles.

In the shadow of the Andes, where the air thins and the sunlight sharpens, Catena Zapata has carved out a legacy that redefined Argentine wine. Founded in 1902 by Italian immigrant Nicola Catena, the winery began with a bold move planting Malbec in Mendoza at a time when few believed in its potential.

What sets Catena Zapata apart is its obsession with altitude. The estate’s crown jewel, the Adrianna Vineyard, sits at nearly 1,500 meters above sea level in Gualtallary, a subregion of the Uco Valley. This extreme elevation brings cooler temperatures, intense sunlight, and rocky soils that challenge the vines and concentrate the fruit. The result is wines with remarkable natural acidity, deep color, and complex aromatics qualities that have earned Adrianna the nickname “the Grand Cru of South America”

Catena Zapata’s commitment to high-altitude viticulture has not only reshaped perceptions of Argentine wine, but has earned global recognition being awarded the Best Vineyard in the World multiple times.