One of the wine industry’s most hotly anticipated moments in the calendar has arrived… The annual release of The World’s 50 Best Vineyards.
A shortlist of destinations across the globe delivering exceptional experiences in all things wine tourism, every year we rush to see whose hospitality has come out on top.
It’s an achievement to even be placed in the top 100, so to be in the top 50 of the world’s best vineyards recognises the considered commitment that each destination gives to curating the ultimate experience for visitors.
From unique tours and immersive tasting experiences to fine dining restaurants set in stunning destinations, acknowledging the achievements of each vineyard provides a platform to celebrate the wine tourism industry and showcase the opportunities within wine travel across every region.
Who votes for the world’s best vineyards?
A global Academy of 720 industry professionals vote for the shortlist. These voters are handpicked and include sommeliers, travel and wine tourism specialists, wine trade professionals and journalists.
For ease, the world is divided into 20 regions, with 36 voters in each. Every year the Academy Chair representing the region will change up at least 25% of the pool of voters to keep the shortlist fresh and representative.
Each expert votes for 7 vineyards of their choice, with no criteria except the vineyard must be open to the public.
What is the world’s best vineyard 2025?
The world’s best vineyard for 2025 has officially been named as VIK in Chile. Nestled in the Millahue Valley, also known as the ‘place of gold’, this magnificent vineyard has risen from its second place ranking in 2024 to take the top prize.
It has a spectacular hotel amidst the 11,000 acre property as well as a whole host of activities for visitors to enjoy including cooking classes, spa treatments, hiking, paint-balling and more.
With holism as its guiding force, the entire VIK experience is centred on the concept that every element comes together to create a truly exceptional, innovative, and unique experience for visitors.
Want to experience VIK or another of the worlds best vineyards for yourself? Get in touch with our team today to curate your own bespoke experience.
What are the world’s best vineyards in 2025?
A special nod to all those who have been acknowledged in the top 50. Here’s the full list:
- Vik, Millahue
- Schloss Johannisberg, Rheingau
- Bodegas Ysios, Rioja
- Bodega Garzón, Maldonado
- Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Bordeaux
- Klein Constantia Wine Estate, Western Cape
- Creation, Hemel-en-Aarde
- Maison Ruinart, Champagne
- Château D’Yquem, Sauternes
- Montes, Colchagua Valley
- Durigutti Family Winemakers, Mendoza
- Bodegas Salentein, Mendoza
- Jordan Vineyard & Winery, Alexander Valley
- Aperture Cellars, Sonoma
- Champagne Bollinger, Champagne
- Weingut Dr. Loosen, Mosel
- El Enemigo, Mendoza
- Pago De Carraovejas, Ribera del Duero
- Ceretto, Piedmont
- 98Wines, Yamanashi
- Bodegas Tio Pepe (González Byass) , Jerez
- Perelada, Catalonia
- Maysara Winery, Willamette Valley
- Vivanco, Rioja
- Gramona Alt, Penedés
- Cloudy Bay Vineyards, Marlborough
- Château Pape Clément, Bordeaux
- Gusbourne, Kent
- Riccitelli Wine Company, Mendoza
- Bodega Colomé, Salta
- William Chris Vineyards, Texas Hill Country
- Nyetimber, West Sussex
- Château Héritage, Bekaa Valley
- Almaviva, Maipo Valley
- Brooks Wine, Willamette Valley
- Kaiken Wines, Mendoza
- Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Napa Valley
- Abadía Retuerta, Castilla Y Leon
- Robert Mondavi Winery, Napa Valley
- Viu Manent, Colchagua Valley
- Viña Santa Rita, Maipo
- Casas Del Bosque, Casablanca Valley
- Château de Berne, Provence
- Rippon Central, Otago
- Mission Hill Family Estate, Okanagan Valley
- Château Mercian Mariko Winery, Nagano Prefecture
- Henschke, Eden Valley
- Marqués De Murrieta Estates & Wines, Rioja
- Viña Cobos, Mendoza
- Champagne Taittinger, Champagne