10 Best Wine Travel Destinations of 2017
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Cafayate | Argentina![Bodega Piatelli](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Argentina_Panorama-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
A high-altitude enclave in Argentina, Cafayate is home to some of the world’s most exciting Malbec, magical scenery, local crafts and unique gastronomy.
Thracian Lowlands | Bulgaria![Grand Hotel Plovdiv Novotel](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Grand_Hotel_Plovdiv_Novotel-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
Bounded by the Black Sea to the east and Greece to the south, Bulgaria’s Thracian Valley combines archaeological wonders with modern wines.
Canary Islands | Spain![The island of Lanzarote of the Canary Islands, Spain](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Canary_Islands-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
A windswept volcanic archipelago off the coast of Africa, wine from the Canary Islands has been held in high esteem since at least the time of Shakespeare.
Marlborough | New Zealand![Jason Flowerday plunging at Te Whare Ra](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Jason-Plunging-by-JimTannock-Photography-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
The heartbeat of the region? Marlborough’s many cellar doors. Travel into the countryside and explore small corners of wineries to expansive restaurants.
Provence | France![Mont Sainte-Victoire / Photo by Sophie Spitéri](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Sainte-Victoire-credit-Sophie-Spiteri-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
A sun-kissed region in Southeastern France, Provence conjures up visions of dry rosés, olive tree groves, lavender fields and the glistening sea.
London | United Kingdom![Dishoom, King's Cross](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/KINGS-X-Ground-Floor-angle.jpg-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
A vibrant center for art and culture, London is a city where you can find wine from every country. Don’t miss trying England’s sparkling wines, either.
Calistoga | U.S.A.![Calistoga Ranch](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Calistoga_Ranch-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
Healing hot springs, mud baths, world-class resorts, restaurants and wineries are all available in Napa Valley’s northern anchor, Calistoga.
Sicily | Italy![Cottanera](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Cottanera-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
Sitting just off the tip of the boot shaped peninsula of Italy, Sicily offers beaches, volcanoes, ancient ruins and great wine and food.
Rheingau | Germany![Zum Krug](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Zum_Krug-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
Less than half an hour from Frankfurt, the villages of Rheingau dot the banks of the Rhine with historic vineyards, charming towns and wine discoveries.
Hood River | U.S.A.![Dog River Coffee](https://i0.wp.com/www.winemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Dog_River_Coffee-140x92.jpg?resize=140%2C92&ssl=1)
Overlooking the Columbia River, Hood River is an adventure sport travel destination with access to wineries, brewpubs, cider houses and distilleries