Chanel, wine, and Karl Lagerfeld labels

Did you know CHANEL has a celebrated winery - Chateau Rauzan-Segla?.... They are launching their new 2009 vintage which has a very special Karl Lagerfeld designed label. The most fashionable way to consume wine or the chicest way to consume fashion!?!  This Grand Cru Classé will hit retail in March at fine wine purveyors nationwide for $129.

Founded in 1661 by Pierre de Rauzan, Château Rauzan-Ségla, situated in the heart of the Margaux appellation, was acquired by CHANEL in 1994.

With its unique experience in luxury goods, CHANEL, endeavors to exalt the unique and precious qualities of this great vineyard with the upmost care and respect to its vines. The incomparable rich bouquet, silky intense tannins and elegant taste make this Grand Cru Classé an exceptional wine.

On its 350th Anniversary and to celebrate the exceptional quality of the 2009 vintage Château Rauzan-Ségla is proud to announce a very special – one time only – collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld. To honor these two milestones (the anniversary and exceptional vintage), Lagerfeld has brought his iconic drawing style to the label with a rendering of the Château Rauzan-Ségla.

(Go here for the artsy video.)

Bar and retail tasting guides for Chicago, Boston, New York, and more

"As the holiday season starts and one feels a familiar crispness in the air, it is time to get back in touch with old friends and spend time with family. The Center for Wine Origins recommends pairing a glass of wine to match the red and gold palette outside at one of our highly recommended restaurants, wine bars or retail stores. We are pleased to release the 2011 fall/winter edition of our City Tasting Guide, highlighting some of the best wine spots in some America's greatest cities.

All of the locations listed below not only showcase some fabulous selections of Champagne and Port, they also have authentic and accurately labeled wine lists. So don't just bundle up and stay inside – get outside and try one of these great locations!"

For more info, visit the "Location Matters" City Tasting Guide here.

A gorgeous new website for Bordeaux

"This month, Bordeaux Wines unveils our newest and most engaging website yet. With an imaginative campaign that elevates your good moments into great moments, Bordeaux has transcended the centuries since the first person exclaimed, "Damn, that’s good wine!"

"Bordeaux Wines continue to be the world reference for quality and expertise in wine making, setting a high standard that had to be met with the unveiling of the new site. In order to meet that high standard, we at Bordeaux have made the site more compelling, informative and imaginative than ever before.

"Join us as we celebrate the art of living, and those who celebrate living themselves. The new Bordeaux.com isn’t just about wine,it’s about an experience. Whether it is introducing you to the compelling details of Bordeaux, helping you find events in your area, or providing a space in which to share your thoughts on current trends in oenophilia (is that a word? It is to Bordeaux!), our new website is meant to be a place for wine drinkers who want something beyond labels and scores.

"Over the coming months, the site will evolve, continuously adding more content. Videos from the winemakers themselves, passionately speaking about their craft. Interviews with famous fans of Bordeaux, from celebrities to chefs to tastemakers. The platform will become a living, breathing destination for wine lovers of any level.

"To spread word of this new facelift for the site, Bordeaux is embracing a new spirit, a spirit to inspire wine lovers and gastronomes to take notice of the nature of a magical moment, whether it be an evening with someone special, a gathering with friends or just an all around spectacular event.

"Bordeaux wants to inspire you to bring magic into your life! To make a fairy tale of any moment when there are good times to be had. Bordeaux, the quality wine with history and mystique. Add some to your life today by enjoying Bordeaux and Bordeaux.com!"