November 05, 2024

The 2024 World’s Best Vineyards Revealed: Top Spot Went to Bodegas De Los Herederos Del Marqués De Riscal, Rioja

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.

The magnificent water mirror featuring an imaginative river rock sculptural installation at VIK, 2nd place winner, and the beautiful Creation, 3rd place winner, surrounded by fynbos-clad mountains and rivers.

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.

Bodegas Ysios, 4th place, with its iconic roof designed by Santiago Calatrava, and the historical castle of Schloss Johannisberg, awarded 5th place at this year’s 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

  1. 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

 

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