AOC

Grand Cru is the highest legal classification for top tier vineyards in France, especially in Alsace, Burgundy and Champagne. The term translates to "greath growth" and it is used to describe a vineyard site known for its superior terroir, exceptional quality and high aging potential.

An appellation is a legally defined, government protected geographical area, which is used to identify where grapes were grown and to ensure standards of quality. Common appellation systems inlude the French AOC/AOP, Italian DOCG and US AVAs.

IGT stands for Indicazione Geografica Tipica (in English, Typical Geographical Indication). It is an Italian wine classification that guarantees the origin of the grapes used in a bottle of wine.

An American Viticultural Area (AVA) is a designated and legally defined wine grape growing region in the United States which is identifiable by its geography, soil and climate. A wine labeled with an AVA must use at least 85% grapes grown in the region.

"Cru" is a French term meaning "growth", referring to a superior, high quality growing site, vineyard, or village.

DOC means Denominazione di Origine Controllata, an Italian wine quality classification system that guarantees that the wine was produced in a specific region using authorized grape varieties and methods.

Bordeaux is an iconic wine region in southwestern France, renowned for producing red wine blends of the same name from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other grapes.

Champagne is a sparkling wine made from a combination of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay and is produced exclusively in Champagne, France. It is a protected designation crafted under strict regulations guiding grape variety, traditional fermentation and aging.