World's Best Wine Lists 2020: Full Winners List

The World's Best Wine Lists awards are organized by The World of Fine Wine, a leading publication for wine connoisseurs. Winners are selected through a rigorous judging process by an international panel of Master Sommeliers, Masters of Wine, respected wine writers who evaluate entries on breadth, depth, accuracy, value. The awards are highly prestigious, often described as the 'Michelin stars' of the wine world, include a wide range of venues from fine dining restaurants and luxury hotels to specialized wine bars. The 2020 edition specifically highlighted the resilience of the global on-trade community during the pandemic, featuring over 1,000 star-accredited venues worldwide.

The World's Best Wine Lists 2020 awards represent the pinnacle of recognition for wine programs in the global hospitality industry. Organized by the multi-award-winning publication The World of Fine Wine, these awards celebrate the artistry, depth, dedication of sommeliers and restaurateurs worldwide. On this Pearl page, readers will find a comprehensive breakdown of the 2020 winners, insights into the rigorous judging process, a celebration of the venues that set the global standard for wine excellence. This edition highlights how the world's finest establishments continued to innovate and inspire despite unprecedented global challenges.

The 2020 edition of the World's Best Wine Lists was notable for being the first to hold its awards ceremony virtually due to the global pandemic. It also made history by awarding the 'World's Best Wine List' title to two joint winners, Pix Pâtisserie and Park Hotel, reflecting the exceptional quality and resilience of the global on-trade wine community during a challenging year. The awards also introduced a 'Champions' League' for previous top winners, further elevating the competition's prestige.