Bangkok and Macau come out on top at Star Wine List of the Year Asia 2025 – “beyond just lists”
We are happy to announce the winners of Star Wine List of the Year Asia 2025, and half of our Gold Stars have gone to venues in Bangkok, with Macau not far behind in the medal table.
Star Wine List of the Year Asia celebrates the best wine lists – and wine list creators – in Greater China, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Vietnam.
“Each and every jury member was impressed by how well crafted so many of the wine lists were,” says judge Stefan Neumann MS. “Many went beyond just lists – they were educational, engaging and fun to read.”
Neumann was joined on the judging panel by fellow sommeliers Stephen Wong MW, Reeze Choi and Salvatore Castano. They enjoyed lengthy discussions on who should take home Gold Stars in the competition’s 11 categories, with two Gold Stars awarded in the Best By the Glass List contest; it was felt by all that Bangkok’s Michelin-starred Inddee and Hong Kong’s vibey Bar Cyclone serve such different purposes, and yet both uphold an impressive by-the-glass program, authentic to their respective concepts, that both are equally deserving of recognition.
The Thai capital takes six out of the competition’s 12 Gold Stars, with three of those going to Inddee (Best By the Glass List, Best Medium-Sized List and the overall prize of Grand Prix). Bangkok’s other victorious venues are Haoma (Best Short List and Sustainable Wine List) and Sühring (Best Austrian Wine List).
Three Gold Stars go to Macau (8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana Macau and Robuchon au Dôme), with other winners in Hong Kong, Singapore and Xiamen.
The Gold Star recipients in our international categories are now automatically entered into the Star Wine List of the Year International Final – the culmination of the 2024/’25 awards tour, which will take place in Vienna this June.
Congratulations to all our winners!
INTERNATIONAL CATEGORIES:
Grand Prix
– The best list of the overall competition.
Gold Star:
Inddee, Bangkok, Thailand
What the judges said:
“Visually stunning and someone can just imagine the hours of work which went into curating such a well-crafted list. Oh dear… just breathtakingly good!”
– Stefan Neumann MS
Best Long List
– For wine lists with more than 600 references.
Gold Star:
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana Macau, Macau
What the judges said:
“This impressive long list houses a deep collection but also displays taste, curation and selection instead of just relying on sheer volume. In a field where France dominated, it was great to see a list which not only devoted significant real estate and attention to the incredible world of wine beyond those borders, but also demonstrated a mature understanding of what was worthy of attention from them.”
– Stephen Wong MW
Silver Stars:
Aux Beaux Arts, Macau
Caprice, Hong Kong
Gaddi's, Hong Kong
Grill 58, Macau
Les Copains, Seoul, South Korea
LQV Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Ms. Maria and Mr. Singh, Bangkok, Thailand
Park 90, Singapore
Robuchon au Dôme, Macau
Zuicho, Macau
Best Medium-Sized List
– Recognises the best wine list with 200-600 references.
Gold Star:
Inddee, Bangkok, Thailand
What the judges said:
“One of my favourites, this is a very innovative wine list, with a lot of content and a perfect layout and design. Offering great diversity, what a list!”
– Reeze Choi
Silver Stars:
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana Shanghai, Shanghai, Greater China
Bar Cyclone, Hong Kong
Burnt Ends, Singapore
Chesa, Hong Kong
Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic, Hong Kong
L'atelier par Yao, Taichung, Taiwan
MUST Wine Bar, Bangkok, Thailand
Potager, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Summer Palace, Singapore
Best Short List
– Recognises the best wine list with fewer than 200 listings.
Gold Star:
Haoma, Bangkok, Thailand
What the judges said:
“It is always remarkable when a short list manages so deftly to cover a broad spectrum – whether you're here for new wave, natural, regional specialities or big-name classics, this has got you covered. Ultimately, this venue brought together every element which epitomises the short list: a diverse collection of delicious wines, careful balance between styles and genres with enough depth for exploration yet enough safety for comfort drinking; presented in a clean and clear layout. It makes choosing wine a joy!”
– Stephen Wong MW
Silver Stars:
Associazione Chianti, Hong Kong
Bar Cicheti, Singapore
Belon, Hong Kong
Christoph's, Penang, Malaysia
Embla, Hong Kong
Forma, Singapore
Gia Restaurant, Hanoi, Vietnam
Ho Lee Fook, Hong Kong
IGNIV Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
L'Arôme by the sea, Phuket, Thailand
Lửa, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Prince and the Peacock, Hong Kong
Prohibition Grill house & Cocktail bar, Hong Kong
Best By the Glass List
– Recognises the best 'by the glass' list.
Gold Stars:
Bar Cyclone, Hong Kong
What the judges said:
“We have chosen to recognise this list as one of the best for wines by the glass, thanks to its extensive selection featuring wines from all over the world at excellent prices.”
– Salvatore Castano
Inddee, Bangkok, Thailand
What the judges said:
“A beautifully poetic wine list with a deeply mature and diverse by-the-glass program which draws together wines from around the world and presents them without deference or reverence for established European classics. In doing so, it feels truly Asian where, throughout history, aspiring empires would meet to trade with nations great and small in vast markets of bewildering, exotic diversity. A masterful glass list which is irresistibly delicious to the last drop.”
– Stephen Wong MW
Silver Stars:
Au Bouchon 勃逊, Shanghai, Greater China
James Suckling Wine Central, Hong Kong
Jungsik, Seoul, South Korea
Justin’s Wine & Bistro, Taipei, Taiwan
LPM Hong Kong, Hong Kong
MUST Wine Bar, Bangkok, Thailand
Potager, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Zuicho, Macau
Best Sparkling Wine List
– Recognises the best list for sparkling wines.
Gold Star:
Convivial, Singapore
What the judges said:
“Almost the whole list is dedicated to sparkling wine. Not only a very comprehensive Champagne selection categorised by small villages, but also sparkling wine from around the world, including some rare items such as Russian and Thai wine. There are also sparkling wines made using different methods. Instead of just a Champagne list, this is the overall sparkling wine list that I am looking for.”
– Reeze Choi
Silver Stars:
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana Macau, Macau
Cesta, Seoul, South Korea
Inddee, Bangkok, Thailand
Jungsik, Seoul, South Korea
Le Wine Bar by Burgundy Cave, Taipei, Taiwan
Les Copains, Seoul, South Korea
Les Crayères, Singapore
Park 90, Singapore
Restaurant Allen, Seoul, South Korea
Tosca Di Angelo, Hong Kong
Best Newcomer List
– Recognises a venue that has recently opened.
Gold Star:
ÉPANOUIR, Xiamen, Greater China
What the judges said:
“It’s truly impressive to create such a well thought through selection within the first year. I cannot wait to see how this list evolves even further.”
– Stefan Neumann MS
Silver Stars:
Cannubi by Umberto Bombana, Bangkok, Thailand
Justin’s Wine & Bistro, Taipei, Taiwan
Les Crayères, Singapore
Park 90 Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Prince and the Peacock, Hong Kong
SILÈNE, Hong Kong
Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa, Macau
VITIS Bar and Bistro, Singapore
Sustainable Wine List
– Recognises a wine list that has put extra emphasis on the wine program’s overall impact, including vine growing, winemaking, packaging and transport.
Gold Star:
Haoma, Bangkok, Thailand
What the judges said:
“This team is always very considerate, and you can observe that not only from the wine program, but in the operation and management of the whole restaurant. It’s good to see them win this category again.”
– Reeze Choi
Silver Stars:
37 Bar & Grill, Seoul, South Korea
Crushed Wine Bar + Retail, Hong Kong
La Cabane, Hong Kong
Best Austrian Wine List
– Recognises the best list for wines from Austria.
This category is presented by Austrian Wine
Gold Star:
Sühring, Bangkok, Thailand
What the judges said:
“A list which is best described as a love song to Austrian wine – playing all the strings from classic to modern!”
– Stefan Neumann MS
Silver Stars:
Christoph's, Penang, Malaysia
Les Copains, Seoul, South Korea
Mod Kaew Wine Bar, Bangkok, Thailand
Ms. Maria and Mr. Singh, Bangkok, Thailand
MUST Wine Bar, Bangkok, Thailand
LOCAL CATEGORIES:
Best Italian Wine List
This category is presented by Ceretto
Gold Star:
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana Macau, Macau
What the judges said:
“This restaurant offers an incredible list of Italian wines, showcasing impressive verticals, exceptional vintages, and renowned producers.”
– Salvatore Castano
Silver Stars:
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana Shanghai, Shanghai, Greater China
Acqua Restaurant Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
Carbone, Hong Kong
Enoteca Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
Forma, Singapore
Robuchon au Dôme, Macau
Tenuta by Park 90, Singapore
Tosca Di Angelo, Hong Kong
Zuicho, Macau
Best Spanish Wine List
This category is presented by Familia Torres
Gold Star:
Robuchon au Dôme, Macau
What the judges said:
“What an unreal list of Spanish wines! Truly one of the best I’ve ever come across. The range is both deep and diverse, featuring iconic producers, rare vintages, and an exceptional representation of Spain’s top wine regions. A true gem for any wine lover.”
– Salvatore Castano
Silver Stars:
Aux Beaux Arts, Macau
Cento, Bangkok, Thailand
Claudine, Singapore
D's Wine Bar, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Gaa, Bangkok, Thailand
Les Copains, Seoul, South Korea
Mod Kaew Wine Bar, Bangkok, Thailand
Park 90, Singapore
Categories and criteria
Star Wine List judges the wine lists in several categories such as the Best Sparkling Wine List and Best By the Glass List. These categories are the same across all of the awards. In addition, local categories may be added. We have commercial partners for certain categories, such as the Best Austrian Wine List, presented by Austrian Wine. The commercial partners are, however, never involved in the selections of finalists or winners – that is completely up to our independent jury panel.
The criteria for the jury are straightforward but not simple: vote for the most exciting wine list representing the category.
The winners in the international categories will qualify for our International Final in June 2025, where they will face off with the category winners from other countries and continents.
Read about the terms and how Star Wine List judges the wine lists here.
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