Montrachet

Novelly's local chauffeur in the Bahamas said his company once picked Thomas up from the billionaire's private jet and drove him to the marina where one of the yachts, Le Montrachet, frequently docks.

Not just a specific glass for Bordeaux, but one for young Bordeaux and another for aged Bordeaux, others for sangiovese, syrah, Montrachet, Chablis, Oregon pinot noir, zinfandel, riesling, you name it.

Mr. Moore worked at Daniel and Montrachet, and has had several of his own restaurants, including Commerce and Bistro Pierre Lapin.

Montrachet received three stars from The Times, and not long afterward, Mr. Nieporent said, he and his partners discovered that Mr. Bouley was shopping for investors so that he could open his own restaurant.

Though out-of-towners were the intended targets, the offer appealed to local residents who considered culinary temples like Montrachet and Le Cirque to be beyond their reach, Mr. Zagat said.