The great wine appellations: our list

Wine is without doubt the finest pretext for travelling. One glass takes you to Chablis, the next to the hills of Barolo, then to the slopes of the Douro, under the sun of Margaret River or at the foot of the Andes in Mendoza. Explore the great appellations that give character to the wines in our selection — and find your next destination.

🇫🇷 France

Burgundy

Chablis

The Chardonnay that lets the stone speak.

Born on the celebrated Kimmeridgian soils of Burgundy, Chablis wines are dry whites renowned for their freshness, minerality and remarkable precision. The ideal companions for oysters, shellfish and fish.

→ Discover our Chablis

Pouilly-Fuissé

When Burgundy becomes generous.

A great appellation of the Mâconnais, Pouilly-Fuissé produces fuller, more generous Chardonnays without ever losing their elegance. Gastronomic wines that age beautifully.

→ Discover our Pouilly-Fuissé

Saint-Véran

The elegance of the Mâconnais.

Neighbour of Pouilly-Fuissé, Saint-Véran produces fresh, floral and fruity white wines — perfect for discovering the great Chardonnays of Burgundy.

→ Discover our Saint-Véran

Beaujolais

Morgon

The Gamay that thinks big.

Among the ten Crus of Beaujolais, Morgon is celebrated for its deep, fruity wines capable of ageing over several years.

→ Discover our Morgon

Beaujolais Crus

Beaujolais, haute couture edition.

Generous, elegant and characterful wines that reveal the full potential of Gamay on its finest terroirs.

→ Discover all our Beaujolais Crus

Rhône

Châteauneuf-du-Pape

The Rhône in all its majesty.

Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre produce powerful, complex wines built for ageing.

→ Discover our Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Côtes-du-Rhône

The sunshine of the Rhône in your glass.

Generous, accessible and convivial wines that pair as well with a barbecue as with a meal among friends.

→ Discover our Côtes-du-Rhône

Champagne

The bubbles that turn every moment into a celebration.

The world's most celebrated appellation for sparkling wines. Cuvées for celebration, but also great gastronomic wines.

→ Discover our Champagnes

🇮🇹 Italy

Barolo

The king of Italian wines.

Made from Nebbiolo, Barolo captivates through its finesse, its aromas of rose, tar and immense ageing potential.

→ Discover our Barolo

Piedmont

Italian elegance in its purest form.

Home of Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera and Roero Arneis, Piedmont is one of Italy's greatest wine regions. From age-worthy Nebbiolos to elegant whites, this region combines finesse, freshness and remarkable terroir expression.

→ Discover our Piedmont wines

Chianti

The taste of the Tuscan hills.

Sangiovese expresses all its elegance here through cherry, spices and freshness.

→ Discover our Chianti

Tuscany

One region, a thousand great wines.

From the Chianti hills to the most prestigious estates, Tuscany is one of the world's greatest wine regions.

→ Discover all our Tuscany wines

Puglia

Italian sunshine in a bottle.

Primitivo, Negroamaro and great Mediterranean whites make Puglia an essential region for lovers of generous wines.

→ Discover our Puglia wines

Etna

One of the world's greatest volcanic vineyards.

Grown on the slopes of Europe's highest active volcano, the wines of Etna are among the most fascinating in Italy. The reds made from Nerello Mascalese seduce through their finesse, freshness and spiced notes, while the whites made from Carricante offer remarkable minerality. Characterful Sicilian wines shaped by lava soils and a unique terroir.

→ Discover our Etna wines

🇪🇸 Spain

Rioja

Spanish elegance.

Tempranillo produces balanced, fruity and subtly spiced wines here, thanks to barrel ageing.

→ Discover our Rioja

Ribera del Duero

Spain at its most noble.

Home to some of Spain's greatest red wines, Ribera del Duero reveals the full depth of Tempranillo. The significant diurnal temperature variation produces powerful, concentrated wines built for ageing, without ever sacrificing elegance.

→ Discover our Ribera del Duero wines

Jumilla

The kingdom of Monastrell.

Straddling the regions of Murcia and Castilla-La Mancha, Jumilla is one of the great homes of Monastrell (Mourvèdre). Under a warm, dry climate, this grape variety produces generous, spiced and intensely fruity wines, while retaining beautiful freshness thanks to the altitude of many vineyards.

→ Discover our Jumilla wines

🇵🇹 Portugal

Douro

Vertiginous hillsides, unforgettable wines.

The birthplace of Port wine but also of magnificent reds and whites, the Douro offers some of the world's most spectacular wine landscapes.

→ Discover our Douro wines

🇦🇷 Argentina

Mendoza

Altitude does wonders.

At the foot of the Andes, Mendoza has become the world capital of Malbec thanks to its high-altitude vineyards.

→ Discover our Mendoza wines

Salta

Higher still, fresher still.

Its high-altitude vineyards produce some of the world's most aromatic Torrontés.

→ Discover our Salta wines

Patagonia

The vineyard at the end of the world.

Between the Andes and the Atlantic Ocean, Patagonia benefits from a cool, dry and windswept climate that produces Pinot Noir, Malbec and Chardonnay of great finesse. A still-undiscovered region that captivates through the elegance of its wines and the purity of its fruit.

→ Discover our Patagonia wines

🇿🇦 South Africa

Stellenbosch

South Africa at its finest.

Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends: Stellenbosch is home to some of the country's most beautiful estates.

→ Discover our Stellenbosch wines

🇦🇺 Australia

Barossa

Here, Shiraz plays in a different league.

Powerful, generous and spiced, Barossa Shiraz is one of the great Australian classics.

→ Discover our Barossa wines

Margaret River

Australia, haute couture edition.

A region celebrated for its elegant Chardonnays and great Cabernet Sauvignons.

→ Discover our Margaret River wines

McLaren Vale

The laboratory of great Mediterranean varieties.

Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvèdre — McLaren Vale combines creativity, freshness and generosity.

→ Discover our McLaren Vale wines

Tasmania

Australia's cool side.

Thanks to its maritime climate, one of the coolest in Australia, Tasmania produces Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wines of great elegance. Precise, taut and refined wines that are attracting a growing number of great terroir enthusiasts.

→ Discover our Tasmania wines

Yarra Valley

Australian elegance.

One of the country's most beautiful regions for lovers of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

→ Discover our Yarra Valley wines

🇳🇿 New Zealand

Marlborough

The Sauvignon Blanc that changed the world.

With its explosive aromas of citrus and exotic fruit, Marlborough revolutionised the style of Sauvignon Blanc.

→ Discover our Marlborough wines

Central Otago

Pinot Noir from the end of the world.

A cool climate, breathtaking landscapes and some of New Zealand's most elegant Pinot Noirs.

→ Discover our Central Otago wines

🇺🇸 United States

Sonoma Valley

California with finesse.

Sonoma produces some of the finest Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon in the United States.

→ Discover our Sonoma wines

Willamette Valley

Oregon, where Pinot Noir flourishes.

Located south of Portland, Willamette Valley has become one of the world's great references for Pinot Noir. Its cool climate and volcanic soils produce elegant, delicate and remarkably fresh wines, often compared to the great Burgundies.

→ Discover our Willamette Valley wines

🇨🇱 Chile

Colchagua Valley

The beating heart of Chile's great reds.

Celebrated for its Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the Colchagua Valley produces generous, elegant and perfectly balanced wines. Between sunny days and cool nights, this region has become one of the great references in Chilean wine.

→ Discover our Colchagua Valley wines

Itata Valley

Back to the roots of Chilean viticulture.

One of Chile's oldest wine regions is experiencing a genuine renaissance today. Thanks to its old vines of Cinsault, País and Muscat, Itata produces fresh, digestible and characterful wines, much appreciated by natural wine enthusiasts.

→ Discover our Itata Valley wines

Maule Valley

The soul of Chilean wine.

The country's largest wine region, the Maule Valley is home to some of Chile's oldest vines. Here you find Cabernet Sauvignon alongside Carignan, País and Cinsault, producing authentic, expressive wines that often offer remarkable value for money.

→ Discover our Maule Valley wines

🇨🇳 China

Ningxia

The new face of Chinese wine.

On the edge of the Gobi Desert, Ningxia is establishing itself as one of Asia's most promising wine regions.

→ Discover our Ningxia wines

FAQ

What is a wine appellation?

An appellation designates a production territory governed by precise rules. It guarantees the origin of the wine and contributes strongly to its identity.

Why choose a wine by appellation?

Because an appellation often gives a first indication of the style of the wine, the grape varieties used and the terroir from which it comes.

What is the difference between an appellation and a wine region?

A wine region encompasses several appellations. Some entries in this guide present French appellations (such as Chablis or Champagne), while others cover great international wine regions (such as Barossa or Marlborough) that have become essential references for wine lovers.