The 2024 World’s Best Vineyards Revealed

[4 November 2024] World’s Best Vineyards has revealed this year’s top 50 wine destinations for 2024, showcasing wineries that provide unforgettable wine experiences, and promote wine culture. The Top 50 list was announced at the picturesque Nyetimber Estate in West Sussex, at an event attended by winemakers and vineyard owners from around the globe.

This year, the top spot went to Bodegas De Los Herederos Del Marqués De Riscal, Rioja. Marqués de Riscal was established in 1858 and is still known for its amazing wines but also its iconic architecture Visitors can stay in the luxurious hotel (pictured above), designed by Frank Gehry overlooking the vines and enjoy a sublime wine paired dinner at the internationally renowned restaurant featuring exquisite local cuisine.

VIK from Chile also jumped up by one place to 2nd on the list, claiming the World’s Best Vineyards Continent Winner – South America award with its sleek, futuristic design of a reflective titanium roof that mirrors the surrounding landscape, blending harmoniously with the natural beauty of the valley. As well as vineyard tours and wine tastings, visitors can also explore the grounds on horseback.

3rd place was awarded to Creation in South Africa, also named the World’s Best Vineyards Continent Winner – Africa, renowned for crafting gourmet tasting menus that complement its wines perfectly. Creation also offers an educational insight into the winemaking process and vineyard management for wine enthusiasts who wish to delve deeper into the world of wine.

Bodegas Ysios came in 4th place, known for its high-quality Rioja wines and avant-garde architecture, and was also awarded Highest Climber, having climbed 67 places from last year. Visitors can book private vineyard tours with a private driver and sommelier to explore the vineyards and wines in depth. World’s Best Vineyards

Schloss Johannisberg, Germany, known as the birthplace of Riesling, with over 1,200 years of winemaking history, came in 5th place. The winery was a former monastery rebuilt as a castle in 1716 and is surrounded by vineyards and breathtaking views of the Rhine River. It offers tours and tastings that provide insight into centuries of winemaking tradition.

Key facts & figures:

  • Spain had the most vineyards in the top 10 this year with three vineyards in the top 10, two of which are from Rioja. Overall, it had eight vineyards in the top 50.
  • France and Germany both had two entrants in the top 10 and France also had eight vineyards in the top 50. Half of France’s top vineyards are Champagne houses, including Maison Ruinart (number six), Champagne Bollinger (number 12), Champagne Billecart-Salmon (number 27) and Maison Pommery (number 47).
  • There were 28 vineyards from Europe in this year’s list, 12 from South America, three from North America, three from Asia, two from Africa, and two from Australasia.

The World’s Best Vineyards Continent Winners also included Robert Mondavi Winery in Napa Valley, United States for North America, D’Arenberg in the McLaren Vale wine region of Australia for Australasia and Château Héritage in Lebanon for Asia.

This year, Catena Zapata, World’s Best Vineyard 2023, entered the World’s Best Vineyards Hall of Fame, which is reserved for vineyards that have topped the winning list in previous years.

Andrew Reed, Managing Director Wine and Exhibitions at William Reed,comments: “We are thrilled to unveil the World’s Best Vineyards 2024, celebrating the finest vineyards across the globe. This annual ranking recognises the unique experiences that these vineyards offer, from stunning landscapes and rich histories to extraordinary restaurants and vineyard tours. The top 50 vineyards exemplify excellence, innovation, and a commitment to quality, guiding wine enthusiasts to explore both hidden gems and renowned estates.”

Top 50 results:

Listing Vineyard Country Special awards
1 Bodegas De Los Herederos Del Marqués De Riscal Spain Best Vineyard in Europe
2 VIK Chile Best Vineyard in South America
3 Creation South Africa Best Vineyard in Africa
4 Bodegas Ysios Spain Highest Climber
5 Fürst Von Metternich-Winneburg’sche Domäne Schloss Johannisberg Germany
6 Maison Ruinart France
7 Château Smith Haut Lafitte France
8 Abadía Retuerta Spain
9 Weingut Dr. Loosen Germany
10 Finca Victoria – Durigutti Family Winemakers Argentina
11 Bodega Garzón Uruguay
12 Champagne Bollinger France
13 Château d’Yquem France
14 Tenuta Cavalier Pepe Italy
15 Quinta do Crasto Portugal
16 Robert Mondavi Winery United States Best Vineyard in North America
17 Montes Chile
18 Bodegas Salentein Argentina
19 Viu Manent Chile
20 Ceretto Italy
21 Château Pape Clément France
22 Castello Banfi Italy
23 Bodega Muga Spain
24 Jordan Vineyard & Winery United States
25 Tenuta Castelbuono (Tenute Lunelli) Italy Highest New Entry
26 Matias Riccitelli Argentina
27 Champagne Billecart-Salmon France
28 Quinta do Bomfim (Symington Family Estates) Portugal
29 El Enemigo Wines Argentina
30 Marqués de Murrieta Estates & Wines Spain
31 Bodegas Vivanco Spain
32 D’Arenberg Australia Best Vineyard in Australasia
33 Domäne Wachau Austria
34 González Byass – Bodegas Tio Pepe Spain
35 Château Héritage Lebanon Best Vineyard in Asia
36 Quinta do Noval Portugal
37 Magill Estate (Penfolds) Australia
38 Bodega Bouza Uruguay
39 Bodega DiamAndes Argentina
40 Bodega Colomé Argentina
41 Klein Constantia Winery South Africa
42 M. Chapoutier France
43 Szepsy Winery Hungary
44 Duckhorn Vineyards United States
45 Gramona Spain
46 Chateau Kefraya Lebanon
47 Maison Pommery (Champagne) France
48 98WINEs Japan
49 Viña Casas Del Bosque Chile
50 Gusbourne England

The Top 51-100 vineyards list can be found on www.worldsbestvineyards.com and on social @worldsbestvineyards on Facebook and Instagram, @wbestvineyards on Twitterand Worlds Best Vineyards on Youtube.

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