Excellent wine is worth traveling across the globe for, and the rapid rise of oenotourism in the last decade is a clear indicator of that. While some wineries capitalize on the demand by offering outsized experiences—the Marriot’s exquisite, Gehry-designed Hotel Marques de Riscal in Spain being a prime example—a true aficionado knows that the destination lies in the glass. The joy of wine tourism lies in being able to sample wines not normally accessible back home. As such, the best destination wines are those that bear a sense of exclusivity to the experience, whether it be in the form of rare premier crus, domestic exclusives, or a sense of history that ties the grape to the land. If you’re eager to grab your card and book a flight to a top wine destination, consider planning around the following wines: Leroy Les Beaux Monts (France) Domaine Leroy has a gleaming reputation..
