Best Wine

Whether you prefer bold reds or crisp whites, there’s a wine with a golfer’s name on it. From Jack Nicklaus to Greg Norman to Ernie Els, many of the game’s all-time best players have teamed up with vineyards all over the world to produce quality wines. And you don’t have to take our word for it. Even famous critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling have given their approval to many of the bottles that made our list. And just like the players’ golf swings, there is plenty of diversity. Varietals include cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, chenin blanc and sauvignon blanc. There are even some well-made blended reds on the list. Not every wine associated with a professional golfer is a hit, so our list is only a small fraction of what’s available. These were just the best based on quality and price. The ones we selected range from $10 to $75 per bottle and are worth uncorking after a big tournament or a casual round. Keep in mind that some bottles might be harder to find than others—particularly the older vintages—but if there’s another year in stock from the same winery, it’s probably worth a glass. There’s no harm in trying them all—that’s our motto.