Vik in Chile Named No. 1 on World's 50 Best Vineyards 2025

The new list, revealed in Western Australia, broadens the field with 11 debuts across six continents.

Overview

Announced at a live ceremony in Margaret River on 19 November, the ranking elevates Vik as the 2024 winner Marqués de Riscal moves to the Hall of Fame.
Schloss Johannisberg in Germany placed No. 2 and was named Best in Europe, with Spain’s Bodegas Ysios at No. 3.
Klein Constantia in South Africa surged 35 places to No. 6 to claim Highest Climber and Best in Africa.
Aperture Cellars in Sonoma debuted at No. 14 to take Highest New Entry, while Jordan Vineyard & Winery at No. 13 earned Best in North America.
Japan’s 98Wines won Best in Asia at No. 20, Cloudy Bay in New Zealand took Best in Australasia at No. 26, and the 2025 list spans 15 destinations with 11 new entries.