This late-harvest dessert wine of Bordeaux is predominantly made with Sémillon, the region's rare golden-skinned white grapes affected by noble rot, though the blends often include Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The appellations may include Sauternes, Barsac, Cérons, Sainte-Croix-du-Mont, Cadillac, Loupiac, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, and Côtes de Bordeaux Saint-Macaire.

Extra old Cognac label is the one with a blend that has been aged the longest. Although the previous legislation stated that XO needs to be at least six years old, new categorization, which will be fully implemented by March 31, 2019, will indicate that to be labeled as an XO, the blend will have to be at least ten years old.

Bordeaux region is the largest wine growing area in France that comprises of more than fifty different appellations. Bordeaux wines can range from massively produced everyday table wines to prestigious and expensive vintages. The predominant style is red, but the region also produces sweet and dry whites, rosés and sparkling wines.

Saint-Émilion is one of the most exceptional appellations in Boudreaux. It is located on the right bank in the Libourne wine region of Bordeaux. Although classic Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Petit Verdot and Malbec can be used in their production, Saint-Émilion wines are mostly made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

Saint Julien is one of the legendary Bordeaux wine regions situated in Médoc. The appellation is known for its intense and complex red wines mainly made from Cabernet Sauvignon, while other permitted varieties include Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Carmenère, Petit Verdot, and Malbec.

Lalande-de-Pomerol is a small French appellation located in Libourne wine region of Bordeaux. The wines produced in the area are primarily based on Merlot, but the addition of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec is also permitted.

Pomerol is a small wine region in Bordeaux that produces distinguished and highly sought-after red wines. There are several allowed grape varieties, but Merlot is the undisputed star of the region. It is often complemented by Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec.

Very superior old pale is a Cognac category whose blend is aged for at least four years—which means that the youngest brandy mixed in the blend is four years old, while the others can be aged for longer. VSOP is both lively and serious, and it can be enjoyed on its own, preferably slowly sipped from a snifter glass, but it also incorporates well into mixed drinks and cocktails.

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world's most widely recognized and celebrated red wine grape varieties. Originating from the Bordeaux region of France, it has spread to virtually every major wine-producing country, becoming a key component of many of the world's finest wines.