The best wine lists in Austria 2026

INTERNATIONAL CATEGORIES:

Best Long List

For wine lists with more than 600 references

A category presented by Lingua Franca

Gold Star:
Die Weinbank, Ehrenhausen

What the judges said:
“This treasure trove is a mind-boggling list of great wine from Austria and nearby countries. It makes full use of the long list format to dive deeply into classic wines which reward bottle age. A delight to behold, with many accessible prices too.”
– Stephen Wong MW

Silver Stars:
aend, Vienna
Döllerer, Golling
Fux Restaurant, Lech
Gastwirtschaft Floh, Langenlebarn
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech
Heunisch & Erben, Vienna
Hotel Alpenstern, Damüls
Hotel Sonnenhof Tirol, Grän
Pub Klemo, Vienna
Steirereck, Vienna
Stockerwirt, Sulz im Wienerwald
Velich, Apetlon

Best Medium-Sized List

Recognises the best wine list with 200-600 references

A category presented by Joseph Phelps

Gold Star:
Restaurant Esskultur, St. Jakob in Haus

What the judges said:
“A wonderfully consumer-oriented list that balances a classic foundation with thoughtful highlights and some rare gems, clearly reflecting extra care and attention to detail throughout.”
– Mikk Parre

Silver Stars:
APRON, Vienna
frigo, Vienna
Glacis Beisl, Vienna
Harald Irka am Pfarrhof - Fine Dine & Wirtshaus, Sankt Andrä-Höch
Heimlich Wirt, Gols
Kehlberghof, Graz
Konstantin Filippou, Vienna
Pramerl and the Wolf, Vienna
R&Bar, Vienna

Best Short List

Recognises the best wine list with fewer than 200 listings

Gold Star:
Selektion Vinothek Burgenland, Eisenstadt

What the judges said:
“Exciting and dynamic, our winning Austrian Best Short List packs quite the punch, with sought-after classics and aged bottles rubbing shoulders with new-wave and natural wines. All on a remarkably affordable list.”
– Stephen Wong MW

Silver Stars:
Artis, Graz
Momentum Bar à Vins, Ybbs an der Donau
O Boufés, Vienna
Oak107, Vienna
Rossbarth, Linz
Z’SOM Restaurant, Vienna

Best By-the-Glass List

Recognises the best ‘by-the-glass’ list

A category presented by Stölzle Lausitz

Gold Star:
Pub Klemo, Vienna

What the judges said:
“The jury loved this glass-pour programme. Despite obviously having strong Austrian roots, it is also filled with iconic wines from beyond, many of which have impressive age! A list we wanted to drink our way through from start to finish.”
– Stephen Wong MW

Silver Stars:
Döllerer, Golling
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech
Heunisch & Erben, Vienna
Kehlberghof, Graz
Mazerat Wein.Wirt, Kufstein
Pramerl and the Wolf, Vienna
Restaurant Esskultur, St. Jakob in Haus
The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
Wirtshaus Social Club, Wiener Neustadt

Best Sparkling Wine List

Recognises the best list for sparkling wines

Gold Star:
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech

What the judges said:
“A remarkable Champagne selection with dream-like verticals, complemented by a thoughtful representation of sparkling wines from other regions as well. Well balanced between grower Champagne and established grand marque houses, it shows both depth and precision.”
– Mikk Parre

Silver Stars:
Die Weinbank, Ehrenhausen
Döllerer, Golling
Fux Restaurant, Lech
Gastwirtschaft Floh, Langenlebarn
Heunisch & Erben, Vienna
Hotel Alpenstern, Damüls
Hotel Sonnenhof Tirol, Grän
Restaurant Amador, Vienna

Best Newcomer List

Recognises a venue that has recently opened

A category presented by New Generation Wines from Georgia

Gold Star:
frigo, Vienna

What the judges said:
“This new destination for great wine in Vienna is one of the standout stories of the year. Its carefully curated list brings together iconic producers from Germany, Spain, Burgundy, and, of course, Austria. Not overly extensive, yet precisely focused, it is a selection that speaks directly to what true wine lovers seek: character, pedigree, and the pleasure of drinking truly great bottles.”
– Ferran Centelles

Silver Stars:
Wirtshaus Social Club, Wiener Neustadt

Sustainability Prize

Assesses the sustainable commitment of both the wine list and broader venue via a supplementary questionnaire submitted during the application process

Gold Star:
Trautentalwirt Gasthaus Rainer, Geistthal

What the judges said:
“This award goes to a restaurant which has prioritised sustainability and localisation in their core decisions – including selection, sourcing, operations, communication, growing and staffing. The restrictions they have placed upon themselves are used as a strength rather than a weakness, solidifying the intentions behind every choice. ”
– Stephen Wong MW

Silver Stars:
Gastwirtschaft Floh, Langenlebarn
Kehlberghof, Graz
Restaurant KOMMOD, Vienna

Best Italian Wine List

Recognises the best list for the wines of Italy

A category presented by Poggio al Tesoro

Gold Star:
Döllerer, Golling

What the judges said:
“This Italian collection not only does a good job of showcasing verticals of classics in Tuscany and Piedmont, it also explores the wealth of grape varieties and style diversity which defines modern Italian wine. A list to sink into and soak in.”
– Stephen Wong MW

Silver Stars:
der Boeglerhof, Alpbach
Die Weinbank, Ehrenhausen
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech
Hotel Sonnenhof Tirol, Grän
Restaurant Amador, Vienna

Special Jury Prize

Rewards a wine lovers’ place that does something out of the ordinary

Gold Star:
Glacis Beisl, Vienna

What the judges said:
“Our Special Jury Prize goes to a home away from home, a place where wine lovers from all walks of life gather to enjoy the comfortable, welcoming atmosphere which reflects the rhythms of the city around it, while remaining a sanctuary for the wine community.”
– Stephen Wong MW

LOCAL CATEGORIES:

Best Bordeaux Wine List

A category presented by Château Tour des Termes

Gold Star:
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech

What the judges said:
“This list was among the most admired by the entire jury. One thing is clear: such depth of vintages and references can only be built over time. It is an intergenerational collection – truly breathtaking in scope. Bordeaux takes center stage, with an impressive presence of bottles reaching back to the 1980s, offering a rare journey through time and legacy.”
– Ferran Centelles

Silver Stars:
aend, Vienna
Döllerer, Golling
Fux Restaurant, Lech
Hofmeisterei Hirtzberger, Wösendorf
Hotel Alpenstern, Damüls
Hotel Sonnenhof Tirol, Grän

Best Rhône Wine List

Gold Star:
Fux Restaurant, Lech

What the judges said:
“A deep and thoughtful wine list covering the entire region, showcasing an impressive selection of legendary classic producers alongside carefully chosen modern names.”
– Mikk Parre

Silver Stars:
Die Weinbank, Ehrenhausen
Döllerer, Golling
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech

Best Rosé Wine List

A category presented by Château Galoupet

Gold Star:
Hotel Sonnenhof Tirol, Grän

What the judges said:
“Our winner for the Best Rosé Wine List brings together an impressively broad and interesting collection, which not only celebrates Austrian rosé but, also, carefully selected, delicious bottles from a wide variety of origins.”
– Stephen Wong MW

Silver Stars:
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech
Heimlich Wirt, Gols
Hotel Alpenstern, Damüls

Best Spanish Wine List

A category presented by Familia Torres

Gold Star:
Griggeler Stuba im Burg Vital Resort, Lech

What the judges said:
“Within this intergenerational wine list, rich with great bottles from around the world, Spain finds a remarkable place of its own. A corner dedicated to outstanding wines and breathtaking verticals. And it goes far beyond the classics of Rioja and Ribera del Duero – extending into other great regions such as Priorat and Toro – showcasing the true diversity and strength of Spanish wine.”
– Ferran Centelles

Silver Stars:
frigo, Vienna
Heunisch & Erben, Vienna
Hotel Sonnenhof Tirol, Grän
Momentum Bar à Vins, Ybbs an der Donau
Restaurant Amador, Vienna
Steirereck, Vienna