Indulge in a vinous odyssey with our ‘Wine Lovers’ Global Journey.’ Traverse the world’s renowned wine regions, from Napa Valley to Bordeaux, immersing yourself in vineyard tours, cellar tastings, and cultural pairings. Elevate your oenophilic adventures, savoring the finest wines and unraveling the stories woven into each bottle’s terroir.
Wine Lovers’ Global Journey
Imagine enjoying a bottle of wine while gazing out over lush vineyards in a courtyard bathed in sunlight. It sounds like the ideal thing to do while on vacation, don’t you think? Here is our personally curated list of the most seductive wine destinations in the world, in case you are enthusiastically nodding along. For the best wines, look beyond Napa Valley and explore the picturesque slopes of Argentina or the expansive vineyards of South Africa. Whether you are an oenophile or not, we are confident that you will enjoy touring wineries and taking in the breathtaking scenery on these immersive Wine Lovers’ Global Journey vacations.
1 Douro Valley, Portugal
With a port proclaimed in 1756, this sharply terraced valley is regarded as the world’s oldest wine region. It’s interesting to note, however, that wine tourism has only become aware of this magnificent region of Portugal for the past 20 years or so. More than 80 different grape varietals are grown at this UNESCO-listed site, including Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Nacional, and Tinta Cao.
Unmissable Pour: Try the wine from the 300-year-old Quinta do Vallado vineyard to pay homage to the history of the area. The 16-month-old Vallado Tinta Roriz is intensely concentrated on the aroma, with notes of red fruit that are strongly full-bodied.
Offbeat Option: Alentejo, Portugal
Portugal’s Alentejo region experiences an Atlantic-free climate. The landscape shifts from jagged terraces to gently undulating plains with sweltering summers
and bitterly frigid winters, opening the door for more “new world” wine styles. Try Malhadinha Tinto 2003, a powerful yet remarkably smooth wine from Malhadinha Nova.
2 Barossa Valley, Australia
Fine wine is synonymous with the picturesque Barossa Valley, which is located 50 minutes northeast of Adelaide. Here, you can enjoy a magnificent sunset over rolling Shiraz vines while kangaroos stroll by. Although Shiraz is the main attraction, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache Shiraz, and Mourvèdre also stand out.
Can’t Miss Pour: For ten years running, E&E Black Pepper Shiraz has garnered 90+ points from Wine Spectator, a prestigious wine culture journal, solidifying its place among Australia’s Top 25 benchmark wines.
Offbeat Option: Margaret River
Surrounding the quaint village of Margaret River in Western Australia are amazing wineries, breathtaking waterfalls, fantastic beaches, and 200-foot-tall karri trees. Will Berliner of Cloudburst Winery flipped the script on this formerly conventional winegrowing zone. Having completed only an online winemaking course, he effortlessly embraced
the local environment, producing legendary wines consistently earning nearly flawless ratings from prominent global wine reviewers!
3 Stellenbosch, South Africa
The stunning images you see online, showing vineyards in South Africa spread out beneath towering granite peaks? They most likely hail from Stellenbosch, the most well-known wine-producing region in the nation and the second-oldest town. Here, Cabernet Sauvignon shines and winemakers often blend it with Merlot to create Bordeaux Blend wines. It is comparable to the Napa Valley in South Africa, but the soil is three times older.
Can’t Miss Pour: The Sadie Family Die Ouwingerdreeks ‘Mev. Kirsten’ Chenin Blanc is a magical wine with notes of lemon and honey, however it may not be the most affordable option.
Offbeat Option: Paarl Wine Route
This area, which lies between the Drakenstein and Paarlberg mountains and is just north of Stellenbosch, is ideal for leisurely wandering down less-traveled gravel roads. Despite being the second-oldest wine route in the nation, it is less popular with tourists. Search for the ideal location for a picnic while sipping a Shiraz or Chenin Blanc.
4 Valle de Uco, Argentina
Located at the base of the majestic Andes, Valle de Uco boasts rows of grapes surrounded by a picture-perfect, frequently snow-capped landscape that includes views of the Tupungato Volcano on clear days. With nearly 300 days of beautiful, sunny sky, Uco Valley, the home of world-famous Malbec in Argentina, produces some of
the country’s biggest red wines, including Bonarda, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Merlot, and Tempranillo.
Must-Try Pour: Sample anything from Matervini, Santiago Achaval and Roberto Cipresso’s entirely organic, solar-powered Malbec playground.
Offbeat Option: Paarl Wine Route
This area, which lies between the Drakenstein and Paarlberg mountains and is just north of Stellenbosch, is ideal for leisurely wandering down less-traveled gravel roads. Despite being the second-oldest wine route in the nation, it is less popular with tourists. Search for the ideal location for a picnic while sipping a Shiraz or Chenin Blanc. If you are a wine enthusiast, you are aware that nothing makes you happier than trying some of
the greatest wines in the world amid the most picturesque vineyards. Tell us which of these wine destinations most appeals to you by getting in touch with us. Let us fully cater to your next wine tasting holiday, allowing you to concentrate on what really matters—drinking wine!
