September 27th – On October 23, Star Wine List will celebrate the great wine lists of Denmark for the fourth time. The international sommelier jury has now decided the finalists.
Star Wine List of the Year is a celebration of the great wine lists in the world and the teams behind them. In Denmark, the prize is awarded in eleven categories, and the winner in several categories will also qualify for the International Final in 2024. The jury is done deliberating, and the finalists have been selected.
“As always, the development in Denmark is very exciting. We can’t wait to go back to Copenhagen to celebrate with the teams behind these great wine bars and restaurants,” says Krister Bengtsson, founder and publisher of Star Wine List.
For the first time, the best Digestif wine lists are awarded, presented by Juuls. Sustainability is back with its own category as well. Nyetimber joins as partner for the Best sparkling wine list. And as always, the best Austrian wine lists are also recognized.
About the jury
The jury for the Star Wine List of the Year Denmark 2023 comprises of:
- Heidi Mäkinen MW
- Ronan Sayburn MS
- Christian Thorsholt Jacobsen
- Julie Dupouy-Young
Finalists
Grand Prix
The best list overall
The winner will be announced at the event.
Best Long Wine List
The best large wine list, with more than 600 references, a category presented by DAOU
- Alchemist, Copenhagen
- Bar’Vin, Copenhagen
- Frank, Copenhagen
- Geranium, Copenhagen
- Henne Kirkeby Kro, Henne Kirkeby
- Syttende, Sønderborg
Best Medium-Sized List
The best wine list with 200-600 listings
- Fasangården, Frederiksberg, Copenhagen
- Haraldskær Sinatur Hotel & Konference, Vejle
- Kødbyens Fiskebar, Copenhagen
- Lago, Copenhagen
- Restaurant Babylon, Copenhagen
- Restaurant Camino, Copenhagen
- Silberbauers Bistro, Copenhagen
- v.Lo winebar, Copenhagen
Best Short List
The best wine list with fewer than 200 listings
- Ancestrale, Copenhagen
- Grimal, Copenhagen
- HOS Vinbaren, Odense
- Restaurant ARK, Copenhagen
- STUDIO, Copenhagen
Best By the Glass List
The best wine list by the glass
- Atelier 33, Aarhus
- Bar’Vin, Copenhagen
- Geranium, Copenhagen
- Jordnær, Gentofte
- Kadeau, Copenhagen
- Lago, Copenhagen
- Visselulles Vinbar, Sønderborg
Best Sparkling Wine List
The best list with sparkling wine, a category presented by Nyetimber
- Alchemist, Copenhagen
- Frank, Copenhagen
- Geranium, Copenhagen
- Jordnær, Gentofte
- Kadeau, Copenhagen
- Kong Hans Kælder, Copenhagen
- Møntergade, Copenhagen
- Syttende, Sønderborg
Best Austrian Wine List
The best wine list with Austrian wine, a category presented by Austrian Wine
- Alchemist, Copenhagen
- Geranium, Copenhagen
- Kadeau, Copenhagen
- Syttende, Sønderborg
Best California Wine List
The best wine list with wines from California, a category presented by Louis M. Martini
- Alchemist, Copenhagen
- Geranium, Copenhagen
- Henne Kirkeby Kro, Henne Kirkeby
- Kong Hans Kælder, Copenhagen
- Restaurant Levi, Copenhagen
- Syttende, Sønderborg
Sustainable Wine List
Not only the wine list is evaluated, but also the stated actions of the venue
- Josephine, Copenhagen
- Restaurant ARK, Copenhagen
- Restaurant Camino, Copenhagen
Best Newcomer List
For a venue that recently opened
- Coco Bar à Vin, Copenhagen
- HOS Vinbaren, Odense
- Josephine, Copenhagen
- Restaurant Tiende / Den Fede Drue, Aarhus
Best Digestif List
Recognizes the best post dinner spirits list, a category presented by Juuls
- Alchemist, Copenhagen
- Anarki, Copenhagen
- Bar DECO, Copenhagen
- Kadeau, Copenhagen
- Syttende, Sønderborg
- Visselulles Vinbar, Sønderborg
Star Wine List is the award-winning guide to great wine bars and wine restaurants around the world. It is available as an app and on www.starwinelist.com. It was launched in Stockholm (Sweden) in 2017, and is now live in more than 35 countries in the world. All venues are selected by top wine professionals.
