It is fair to say that wine making has become one of the world's finest and most delightful practices over the centuries. And since humans are the only judges of good wines, we've taken the time to test our own palates and tell you about some of the best wine producers from around the world.
Selecting favourites is far from straightforward, as every wine connoisseur can testify, simply due to the fact that so many different varieties stand out. That makes sampling wines and taking the time to really taste them an incredibly personal experience, making it nigh on impossible to pick a drop that will please everybody. However, the following are high-quality wines that are well worth trying if you haven't already.
When you think of the best countries on the planet for producing wine, the likes of France and Italy will immediately spring to mind. But we start our rundown with the Villa Maria Wines , a family-owned winery that holds the distinction of being the most decorated in New Zealand. Thirty years of experience have paved the way for a string of international awards and a host of quality wines, like the Syrah, which has blossomed on a global scale and has a burgeoning reputation. Sip away at a glass of Syrah and you'll be struck with intense aromas of black pepper, plum and some subtle hints of violets throughout. To savour flavours of gooseberry and passion fruit, try Villa Maria's Sauvignon Blanc, which is a taste sensation.
Next up is the Chateau La Lagune , which is based in close proximity to the French city of Bordeaux in one of the world's most well-known wine regions and has been producing quality wines throughout its 300-year history. The chateau's speciality is oaky wines that are renowned for how well they age over time. Chateau La Lagune's range, which contains Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, will deliver a variety of different taste sensations, including toffee, vanilla and warming spices.
Like France, Italy is another fertile environment for the production of fine wines. Singling out any one particular vineyard for lavish praise is difficult given the high standards in Italy, yet Antinori of Florence is worthy of acclaim. Chianti Classico wines are synonymous with Tuscany and Antinori has produced them to a high level since the 14th century. Other classics to have emerged from these vineyards include the Solaia and the Tignanello, the latter probably being the winery's most famous produce.
A compilation of the world's top wines cannot be complete without throwing the spotlight on Rioja. From two wineries in the region, La Rioja Alta produces a fruity blend of old and new. The main grape on the vineyards here are Tempranillo, with Garnacha and Graciano both recent additions. Sipping a glass or two of Rioja wines should ensure you have a wonderful aftertaste thanks to the aromatic fruits and tannins.
The 17th century winery of Boschendal in South Africa is definitely one you should not miss. They produce wines with top notch elegance and passion here and this doesn't go unnoticed in their taste either. Boschendal is very much a modern day, New World winery, with fresh, fruity and flavoursome wines coming straight out of the valleys of the Cape.
Last but not least, Australia's Penfolds Grange has a reputation that speaks for itself. For over a century and a half, it has been producing some of the best first growth wines in the world by sourcing its grapes from some of Australia's richest vineyards. Consequently, it boasts a diverse range of grapes from Grenache in the McLaren Vale vineyard to Sangiovese in the Barossa Valley vineyard.
Selecting favourites is far from straightforward, as every wine connoisseur can testify, simply due to the fact that so many different varieties stand out. That makes sampling wines and taking the time to really taste them an incredibly personal experience, making it nigh on impossible to pick a drop that will please everybody. However, the following are high-quality wines that are well worth trying if you haven't already.
When you think of the best countries on the planet for producing wine, the likes of France and Italy will immediately spring to mind. But we start our rundown with the Villa Maria Wines , a family-owned winery that holds the distinction of being the most decorated in New Zealand. Thirty years of experience have paved the way for a string of international awards and a host of quality wines, like the Syrah, which has blossomed on a global scale and has a burgeoning reputation. Sip away at a glass of Syrah and you'll be struck with intense aromas of black pepper, plum and some subtle hints of violets throughout. To savour flavours of gooseberry and passion fruit, try Villa Maria's Sauvignon Blanc, which is a taste sensation.
Next up is the Chateau La Lagune , which is based in close proximity to the French city of Bordeaux in one of the world's most well-known wine regions and has been producing quality wines throughout its 300-year history. The chateau's speciality is oaky wines that are renowned for how well they age over time. Chateau La Lagune's range, which contains Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, will deliver a variety of different taste sensations, including toffee, vanilla and warming spices.
Like France, Italy is another fertile environment for the production of fine wines. Singling out any one particular vineyard for lavish praise is difficult given the high standards in Italy, yet Antinori of Florence is worthy of acclaim. Chianti Classico wines are synonymous with Tuscany and Antinori has produced them to a high level since the 14th century. Other classics to have emerged from these vineyards include the Solaia and the Tignanello, the latter probably being the winery's most famous produce.
A compilation of the world's top wines cannot be complete without throwing the spotlight on Rioja. From two wineries in the region, La Rioja Alta produces a fruity blend of old and new. The main grape on the vineyards here are Tempranillo, with Garnacha and Graciano both recent additions. Sipping a glass or two of Rioja wines should ensure you have a wonderful aftertaste thanks to the aromatic fruits and tannins.
The 17th century winery of Boschendal in South Africa is definitely one you should not miss. They produce wines with top notch elegance and passion here and this doesn't go unnoticed in their taste either. Boschendal is very much a modern day, New World winery, with fresh, fruity and flavoursome wines coming straight out of the valleys of the Cape.
Last but not least, Australia's Penfolds Grange has a reputation that speaks for itself. For over a century and a half, it has been producing some of the best first growth wines in the world by sourcing its grapes from some of Australia's richest vineyards. Consequently, it boasts a diverse range of grapes from Grenache in the McLaren Vale vineyard to Sangiovese in the Barossa Valley vineyard.
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