For wine lovers who are hoping to become world travelers, there are beautiful destinations around the world to visit. In many different countries, there are famous wineries and vineyards that produce delicious wine. These are the best wine destinations around the world to visit:
Bordeaux, France
For years, France has been known for its incredible wine. In Bordeaux, travelers will find over 120,000 hectares along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. It has the perfect soils that are suited to grow grapes. Bordeaux is now one of the world’s finest wine-producing regions in the world. Mostly red wine is produced in the city of Bordeaux. Travelers will also be happy to explore the city’s Wine Festival and the museum dedicated to the living heritage of wine, the architectural masterpiece La Cité du Vin museum.
The Douro Valley, Portugal
For close to 2,00 years, traditional landholders have been producing wine in the Douro Valley. It has a beautiful and delicious history of viticulture that has resulted in a stunning cultural landscape. The Douro Valley is filled with lovely vineyards across the hillsides along the Douro River. They are most famous for their port wine since the 18th century, which is the main attraction for travelers. A day in the valley can be mostly spent doing wine tours, exploring the villages, or taking a traditional boat tour to take in the breathtaking scenic landscapes.
Santorini, Greece
Greece is mostly known for its gorgeous blue waters and white-washed architecture, but the country’s wine is many know how incredible their wine is. In ancient times, Santorini’s wine was famous across the Mediterranean. Today, it is exported all around the world and Santorini has become a must-see destination for wine lovers. The volcanic soil and micro-climate of the ancient land give the island’s wines its distinctive and unique taste. Nychteri, Vinsanto, and Mezzo are a few of the local varieties travelers will taste in Santorini’s restaurants. Take tours of the wineries located in the southern and central parts of the island while viewing their famous sunsets.