World’s Finest Vineyards has revealed this 12 months’s prime 50 wine locations for 2024, showcasing wineries that present unforgettable wine experiences, and promote wine tradition. The Prime 50 record was lately introduced at Nyetimber Property in West Sussex, at an occasion attended by winemakers and worldwide winery house owners.
This 12 months, the highest spot went to Bodegas De Los Herederos Del Marqués De Riscal, Rioja. Marqués de Riscal was established in 1858 and is understood for its wonderful wines but additionally its iconic structure. Guests can keep of their luxurious lodge designed by Frank Gehry overlooking the vines.
VIK from Chile jumped up one place to 2nd on the record, claiming the World’s Finest Vineyards Continent Winner – South America award with its modern, futuristic design of a reflective titanium roof that mirrors the encircling panorama, mixing harmoniously with the pure fantastic thing about the valley. In addition to winery excursions and wine tastings, guests may also discover the grounds on horseback.
third place was awarded to Creation in South Africa, additionally named the World’s Finest Vineyards Continent Winner – Africa, famend for crafting gourmand tasting menus that complement its wines completely. Creation additionally presents an academic perception into the winemaking course of and winery administration for wine fans who want to delve deeper into the world of wine.
Bodegas Ysios got here in 4th place, recognized for its high-quality Rioja wines and avant-garde structure, and was additionally awarded Highest Climber, having climbed 67 locations from final 12 months. Guests can guide non-public winery excursions with a personal driver and sommelier to discover the vineyards and wines in depth.
Schloss Johannisberg, Germany, referred to as the birthplace of Riesling, with over 1,200 years of winemaking historical past, got here in fifth place. The vineyard was a former monastery rebuilt as a fort in 1716 and is surrounded by vineyards and breathtaking views of the Rhine River. It presents excursions and tastings that present perception into centuries of winemaking custom.
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Spain had essentially the most vineyards within the prime 10 this 12 months with three vineyards within the prime 10, two of that are from Rioja. Total, it had eight vineyards within the prime 50.
France and Germany each had two entrants within the prime 10 and France additionally had eight vineyards within the prime 50. Half of France’s prime vineyards are Champagne homes, together with Maison Ruinart (quantity six), Champagne Bollinger (quantity 12), Champagne Billecart-Salmon (quantity 27) and Maison Pommery (quantity 47).
There have been 28 vineyards from Europe on this 12 months’s record, 12 from South America, three from North America, three from Asia, two from Africa, and two from Australasia.
The World’s Finest Vineyards Continent Winners additionally included Robert Mondavi Vineyard in Napa Valley, United States for North America, D’Arenberg within the McLaren Vale wine area of Australia for Australasia and Château Héritage in Lebanon for Asia.
This 12 months, Catena Zapata, World’s Finest Winery 2023, entered the World’s Finest Vineyards Corridor of Fame, which is reserved for vineyards which have topped the profitable record in earlier years.
Andrew Reed, Managing Director Wine and Exhibitions at William Reed, feedback: “We’re thrilled to unveil the World’s Finest Vineyards 2024, celebrating the best vineyards throughout the globe. This annual rating recognises the distinctive experiences that these vineyards supply, from beautiful landscapes and wealthy histories to extraordinary eating places and winery excursions. The highest 50 vineyards exemplify excellence, innovation, and a dedication to high quality, guiding wine fans to discover each hidden gems and famend estates.”
The total record will be discovered right here: www.worldsbestvineyards.com
