Until the 1980s, wine from France was not only popular but the best available. California was an awakening giant, and Australia and Chile were unknown quantities.

Now that American consumers have so many good choices from around the world, some might want to reacquaint themselves with the wines of France. You don't have to spend a small fortune to do it.

The perfect place to begin is with the wines of Baron Philippe de Rothschild.

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