Millions of bottles of wine and champagne will be served throughout this holiday season. For the 2023 season, these wineries have been awarded as the “Best of” in their countries. The next time you are in the region, stop by and grab a bottle for your next holiday celebration.
Australia
Oakridge Winery
Coldstream, Victoria (Yarra Valley)
This 45-year-old Yarra Valley winery crafts benchmark chardonnay, pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, sparkling blanc de blancs, and other varietals, under the guiding hand of highly talented and longstanding chief winemaker David Bicknell.
South America
Bodega Catena Zapata
Mendoza, Argentina
This winery was voted number one in the World’s Best Vineyards Awards for 2023. Founded in 1902, the oldest Argentine family winery is known for its pioneering role in reinventing Malbec.
Europe
Bodegas de los Herederos del Marqués de Riscal
Rioja, Spain
Founded in 1858, this is where the first ever Rioja wines were bottled, with the then Marquis’ first vintage in 1862. Marqués de Riscal is credited with introducing white wines to the nearby province of Rueda and assisting its elevation to DO status in the 1970s.
Africa
Creation
Walker Bay, South Africa
Swiss winemaker JC Martin and his South African wife Carolyn built and an estate from scratch, incorporating and highlighting its bounteous surroundings. The first harvest took place in 2006 and the couple’s combined viticultural pedigree, combined with a thoroughly modern approach to farming, winemaking, and hospitality, has turned Creation into an unmissable destination.
North America
Jordan Vineyard & Winery
Healdsburg, CA | USA
Jordan’s iconic chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon wines are masterfully crafted by winemaker Maggie Kruse and her team. Varietals are subtle with hints of tobacco, leather, and loads of blackberries.
