Wine producing has evolved into one of the world's most refined practices and the fruits of labour have been enjoyed by generation after generation for centuries. Judging what makes a good wine can be a difficult so read on to find out about a selection of the best wine producers in the business that have forged a reputation for quality around the globe.
As every fan of wine knows, picking favourites is no mean feat. There are so many that stand out. Wine tasting is a very complex and subjective pastime, so it is impossible to choose wines that will satisfy everybody's palate. The following, therefore, is a short list of very high quality wines that we hope you love or will come to love.
First up is the Villa Maria Wines . This family-owned winery is the most decorated in New Zealand, consistently winning international awards for the quality of its wines for over thirty years. One of the finest wines to come out of this vineyard is the Syrah, which is enjoying a growing reputation around the world. Its intensity leaves a lasting impression, with bursts of plum and black pepper complemented by hints of violets throughout. Villa Maria's Sauvignon Blanc is a real treat for the taste buds, too, with strong flavours of gooseberry and passion fruit swimming through it.
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.
We visit the world famous wine region of Italy next. This country is packed full of fantastic wine producers so it is nigh on impossible to narrow it down to a single vineyard, but one that is worth a special mention is Antinori of Florence. Tuscany is renowned for its Chianti Classico wines and Antinori has supposedly been producing them since the 14th century. Some classics to have emerged from these vineyards are the Tignanello, which is probably the winery's most famous produce, and the Solaia.
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.
Boschendal is a winery that has been in operation since the 17th century in South Africa and is a familiar name to wine buffs the world over. Blending old world charm with new world elegance, Boschendal produces fresh, flavoursome and fruity wines with ripe flavours.
Finally, Australia's Penfolds Grange sources its grapes from some of the country's richest vineyards and has been doing so for over 150 years. Some of the best first growth wines in the world are produced here, thanks to the diverse range of grapes used, from Grenache in the McLaren Vale vineyard to Sangiovese in the Barossa Valley.
As every fan of wine knows, picking favourites is no mean feat. There are so many that stand out. Wine tasting is a very complex and subjective pastime, so it is impossible to choose wines that will satisfy everybody's palate. The following, therefore, is a short list of very high quality wines that we hope you love or will come to love.
First up is the Villa Maria Wines . This family-owned winery is the most decorated in New Zealand, consistently winning international awards for the quality of its wines for over thirty years. One of the finest wines to come out of this vineyard is the Syrah, which is enjoying a growing reputation around the world. Its intensity leaves a lasting impression, with bursts of plum and black pepper complemented by hints of violets throughout. Villa Maria's Sauvignon Blanc is a real treat for the taste buds, too, with strong flavours of gooseberry and passion fruit swimming through it.
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.
We visit the world famous wine region of Italy next. This country is packed full of fantastic wine producers so it is nigh on impossible to narrow it down to a single vineyard, but one that is worth a special mention is Antinori of Florence. Tuscany is renowned for its Chianti Classico wines and Antinori has supposedly been producing them since the 14th century. Some classics to have emerged from these vineyards are the Tignanello, which is probably the winery's most famous produce, and the Solaia.
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.
Boschendal is a winery that has been in operation since the 17th century in South Africa and is a familiar name to wine buffs the world over. Blending old world charm with new world elegance, Boschendal produces fresh, flavoursome and fruity wines with ripe flavours.
Finally, Australia's Penfolds Grange sources its grapes from some of the country's richest vineyards and has been doing so for over 150 years. Some of the best first growth wines in the world are produced here, thanks to the diverse range of grapes used, from Grenache in the McLaren Vale vineyard to Sangiovese in the Barossa Valley.