Wine Spectator Magazine

The Top 100 Wines of the Year

December 31 2024 Issue

Wine Spectator Magazine

The Top 100 Wines of the Year

December 31 2024 Issue

 



The Top 100 brings together our annual picks for the most exciting wines blind-tasted over the past year, culminating in our Wine of the Year. In 2024, we honor Viña Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto Puente Alto Vineyard 2021—an exemplary Chilean bottle with a powerful story to tell.

Plus, our annual tasting report on the wines of Australia, a wine focus on sparkling wines from the United States and a retrospective tasting of premium South African dessert wines.



 

Beyond this centerpiece, the magazine offers a robust collection of wine reviews, seasonal pairings, and tips for holiday entertaining. Readers will find carefully curated wine recommendations to complement festive meals, along with expert advice for selecting bottles that suit every palate and budget.

 

Read about the world's great wineries and winemakers and visit restaurants with outstanding wine lists. Plus, each issue features delicious recipes and pairs them with the perfect wines.

 

For those who appreciate the seamless blend of food, wine, and culture, this edition of Wine Spectator Magazine is an indispensable read. It not only celebrates a legendary figure in the food arts but also provides practical insights and inspiration for enthusiasts looking to bring artistry to their own tables. A true collector's item, this issue is a fitting tribute to Michael Batterberry and a testament to the ongoing dialogue between food and wine.

Wine Spectator Magazine The Top 100 Wines of the Year December 31 2024 Issue The Top 100 brings together our annual picks for the most exciting wines blind-tasted over the past year, culminating in our Wine of the Year. In 2024, we honor Viña Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto Puente Alto Vineyard 2021—an exemplary Chilean bottle with a powerful story to tell. Plus, our annual tasting report on the wines of Australia, a wine focus on sparkling wines from the United States and a retrospective tasting of premium South African dessert wines. Beyond this centerpiece, the magazine offers a robust collection of wine reviews, seasonal pairings, and tips for holiday entertaining. Readers will find carefully curated wine recommendations to complement festive meals, along with expert advice for selecting bottles that suit every palate and budget. Read about the world's great wineries and winemakers and visit restaurants with outstanding wine lists. Plus, each issue features delicious recipes and pairs them with the perfect wines. For those who appreciate the seamless blend of food, wine, and culture, this edition of Wine Spectator Magazine is an indispensable read. It not only celebrates a legendary figure in the food arts but also provides practical insights and inspiration for enthusiasts looking to bring artistry to their own tables. A true collector's item, this issue is a fitting tribute to Michael Batterberry and a testament to the ongoing dialogue between food and wine.

Wine Spectator Magazine

The Top 100 Wines of the Year

December 31 2024 Issue

Wine Spectator Magazine

The Top 100 Wines of the Year

December 31 2024 Issue

 



The Top 100 brings together our annual picks for the most exciting wines blind-tasted over the past year, culminating in our Wine of the Year. In 2024, we honor Viña Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto Puente Alto Vineyard 2021—an exemplary Chilean bottle with a powerful story to tell.

Plus, our annual tasting report on the wines of Australia, a wine focus on sparkling wines from the United States and a retrospective tasting of premium South African dessert wines.



 

Beyond this centerpiece, the magazine offers a robust collection of wine reviews, seasonal pairings, and tips for holiday entertaining. Readers will find carefully curated wine recommendations to complement festive meals, along with expert advice for selecting bottles that suit every palate and budget.

 

Read about the world's great wineries and winemakers and visit restaurants with outstanding wine lists. Plus, each issue features delicious recipes and pairs them with the perfect wines.

 

For those who appreciate the seamless blend of food, wine, and culture, this edition of Wine Spectator Magazine is an indispensable read. It not only celebrates a legendary figure in the food arts but also provides practical insights and inspiration for enthusiasts looking to bring artistry to their own tables. A true collector's item, this issue is a fitting tribute to Michael Batterberry and a testament to the ongoing dialogue between food and wine.