The World’s 50 Best Vineyards has unveiled its much-anticipated 51–100 list for 2025, setting the stage for the grand awards ceremony in Margaret River, Western Australia, on November 19. This extended ranking celebrates the most inspiring vineyard experiences across the globe, from Portugal’s dramatic Douro Valley to the sun-drenched hills of Marlborough, New Zealand. Recognized for their exceptional wine tourism, craftsmanship, and sense of place, these vineyards represent the pinnacle of destination wine culture, as voted by over 700 international experts, including leading sommeliers, journalists, and wine tourism specialists.
The 51-100 list includes vineyards from six continents and 38 wine regions. There are 18 new entries from 17 regions, from Champagne, France, to Tokaj, Hungary, with 33 entries from Europe, six from South America, five from Oceania, four from Africa, one from Asia and one from North America. The highest new entry is Wairau River Wines in Marlborough, New Zealand (No.52).
Europe gained 11 new entries in the 51-100 list, with three from Italy. Vineyards in Portugal take eight spots, the most out of any country, with the Douro Valley claiming six of these. Spain gains three vineyards in the list with a new entry from Bodegas Arzuaga in Ribera del Duero (No.64). The UK sees a new entry with Leonardslee Family Vineyards in Sussex (No.56). In Hungary, Tokaj-Hétszőlő Organic Vineyards (No.58) makes its debut and the first vineyard from Kakheti, Georgia enters the list with Château Buera (No.72).
South America celebrates one new entry with Sitio La Estocada (No.91) in Mendoza, Argentina. South Africa secures two new entries, with La Motte Wine Estate (No.94) and Hamilton Russell Vineyards (No.99). New Zealand welcomes three new entries with Wairau River Wines in Marlborough (No.52), Greystone Winery (No.89), and Felton Road in Central Otago (No.98).
Lebanon claims one entry on this year’s list with Chateau Kefraya (No.92), while the USA also attains a vineyard with Beringer Vineyards (No.88) in Napa Valley.
William Drew, Director of Content for The World’s 50 Best Vineyards, comments: “This year’s extended list is a vibrant showcase of excellence in global wine tourism, featuring vineyards across six continents. We’re thrilled to welcome new entries and recognize more world-class vineyards and the people behind them.”
Watch for the announcement of The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2025 on the “50 Best” social channels on November 19.
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