Referencing a classic cruiser from the 1960s, Cantieri di Pisa’s new 72-foot Kitalpha 22 pairs the sophisticated stylings of that bygone era with innovative design and contemporary comforts to present the perfect gentleman’s yacht for today. Adding to its allure is a choice of two hull constructions and layout configurations considerate to the owner’s needs.

Designed by Luca Dini, the yacht maximizes useable space while maintaining a minimalist refinement. The light-alloy-hulled version features a multipurp…

Originally published in the November/December issue of Host’s Guide as “America’s Finest”

Wild Turkey Russell’s Reserve 1998

Jimmy and Eddie Russell, the father-and-son team of master distillers at Wild Turkey, hand-select the barrels of bourbon that will age for 10 years and eventually become their small-batch Russell’s Reserve bourbon. However, they decided to save a portion of their 1998 distillation for a special occasion. A commemorative bottling to celebrate Jimmy’s retirement was considered, …

Originally published in the November issue of Robb Report as “Plugged In to the Future”

Stylish, luxurious, more practical, more environmentally responsible, more family friendly—this is how CEO Andy Palmer has described the Aston Martin DBX Concept (astonmartin.com) during its appearances at various auto shows and events this year. In other words, when the GT goes into production, which is expected to happen by the end of this decade, it will offer something for everyone and enable Aston Martin to expand i…

Though Halloween can be a time for elaborate costumes and extravagant makeup, sometimes a subtler way of expressing the spirit of the season is in order. Whether a spider-web-themed bracelet, a watch decorated with skulls, or a writing instrument that pays tribute to slasher-film icon Jason, the right spooky accessory can indulge your penchant for the provocative while still maintaining a dignified sense of style. Possessed by the Halloween spirit, RobbReport.com has compiled a selection of ghastly adornments, fro…

Originally published in the October 2015 issue of Robb Report Collection as “Rock ’N’ Romanée”

Meet Joe Smith, the man who introduced the Eagles to Château Pétrus.

An imperial of 1961 Château Lafite Rothschild has the prime spot in the wine room of Joe Smith’s Beverly Hills home, the star of a collection that includes numerous other rare, 6-liter bottles from the likes of Château Lynch-Bages and Gaja. The ’61 is the first bottle any visitor sees, strategically placed near the entrance and illuminated jus…

The fifth annual Napa Valley Film Festival will screen more than 100 independent films and studio sneak previews at 14 venues on November 11 through 15. Fittingly, on opening night, the festival will show the world premier of Somm: Into the Bottle. The much-anticipated sequel to Jason Wise’s documentary Somm (which debuted at the festival in 2012) delves into the complicated story of wine production. Wise traveled to visit the world’s top sommeliers and winemakers, including those in Napa Valley, Calif., to un…

With Arnold & Son’s limited white-gold edition DSTB timepiece, the 251-year-old horologic house brings its artistry to the surface. As the name would suggest, the latest Dial Side True Beat (DSTB) presents its automatic movement (with a proprietary true-beat seconds complication that marks the passage of each second with a small jump of the hand) directly on a dial encased by 18-karat white gold. At the 11 o’clock position, the complication’s hands, anchor-shaped lever, wheels, and bridges brilliantly stan…

With a streamlined design focused on maximizing aerodynamics, the Audi E-Tron Quattro Concept is an electric crossover that made its first appearance at this year’s Frankfurt auto show. It is no secret that the plug-in SUV aims to take on the forthcoming Tesla Model X, and although this version of the E-Tron Quattro is just a concept, Audi says a production model will debut in 2018.

Three electric motors (one in the front and two in the rear) are mated to a liquid-cooled, lithium-ion battery pack for a tota…

BMW has revealed the limited-production M6 Coupe Competition Edition—a race-ready version of the BMW M6 Coupe that will be limited to only 100 examples in the United States. The special edition debuted at the Frankfurt auto show alongside BMW’s M6 GT3 racecar, which will replace the BMW Z4 GT3 next year in GT3 racing and in the GT Le Mans class of the U.S.-based Tudor United Sportscar Championship.

The nearly $165,000 Competition Edition gets a 48 hp power bump over the standard M6 thanks in part to a 4.4-l…

During a 1975 trip to Bali, Canadian jeweler John Hardy fell in love with the island’s rich culture and artistry. Transfixed by the local Balinese jewelry, Hardy designed his own line of handmade, Asian-inspired pieces. Four decades later, John Hardy is celebrating its inspired inception with the release of the limited-edition John Hardy 40th Anniversary Collection of women’s and men’s bracelets.

The offerings for women will include four Classic Chain 18-Karat Gold Diamond Pavé Large Chain Bracelets with 63…