It’s always the right time to combine wine and travel. We’ve covered luxury wine tourism and travel with deluxe resorts, top airport lounges, and acclaimed UNESCO wine sites. This time, the best beachfront wine bars and wine lists are in focus, taking us on a tour around the most chilled and beautiful spots to while away a few hours with a glass.

From the legendary glamor of Saint-Tropez and the barefoot elegance of Croatia’s Adriatic islands, to the sun-soaked vibrancy of Phuket, the elegant Italian Riviera, and the bohemian, laid-back vibe of Mykonos, each beach bar pairs exceptional wine lists and on-point service with a stunning location.

The best beach wine bars? Let’s go!

Photo credit: Le Club 55

A legendary institution on the golden-white sands of the celebrated Pampelonne Beach, Le Club 55 has been synonymous with timeless, seaside glamor for decades. An icon among Saint-Tropez beach clubs, it rose to fame in the mid-fifties when Brigitte Bardot and the crew of And God Created Woman used it as a base for filming. Celebrated for attracting stars of the movie and music worlds, supermodels, yachtsmen, and discerning travellers, this iconic beach club pairs a bamboo beach bar feel and understated elegance with classic Mediterranean hospitality. Organic vegetables hail from the estate's own farm, all served alongside freshly grilled seafood. An exceptional wine list celebrates all things Provence (including the bar’s own estate-grown rosé) and Champagne, complemented by fine whites and reds.

Whether enjoying a lingering lunch beneath the raffia-covered terrace or a glass of chilled rosé while taking in the Mediterranean, Le Club 55 embodies the iconic elegance of the French Riviera. Reservations are “de rigueur” with the summer months booking up months in advance.

Highlights:

• Iconic beachfront restaurant with laid-back atmosphere on Pampelonne Beach, Saint-Tropez.
• Organic Mediterranean cuisine
• Extensive Provence-focused wine list with estate-grown rosé, white, and red wines, as well as premium Champagne
• Features private beach, bar, boutique, and exclusive Riviera atmosphere
• One of the French Riviera's most famous destinations for luxury dining and wine by the Med

Photo credit: Carpe Diem Beach Club

Nestling on the shores of breathtaking Phuket, Carpe Diem Beach Club seamlessly blends relaxed tropical charm with sophisticated beachfront wining and dining. From vibrantly-colored cocktails and signature spritzes to premium wines, top-grade spirits, and large-format Champagne, there's something for every taste and occasion. Guests can enjoy sipping aperitifs at sunset, just steps from the white sands and crystal-like blue waters offered by Phuket beach clubs. Mark the moment with panoramic views of the stunning seascape, or celebrate the occasion with a bottle of bubbly from some of the region’s most prestigious houses. Perfect for a relaxed beachside afternoon or a lively evening with friends, Carpe Diem is the go-to spot for one of Phuket's most unforgettable seaside wine and cocktail experiences.

Highlights:

• Fashionable beachfront wine and cocktail destination in breathtaking Phuket
• Large drinks list featuring tropical house cocktails, premium white, red, and rosé wines, spirits, Prosecco, and large-format Champagne
• Top new-world wines like Penfolds and European classics like Burgundy and Super Tuscans
• Spectacular sunset views overlooking the Andaman Sea
• Relaxed beach club atmosphere perfect for aperitifs, special events, and sunset dining
• One of Phuket's premier destinations for a beachfront glass and first-rate hospitality with warm local character

Photo credit: Laganini Restaurant and Lounge

Laganini Restaurant & Lounge Bar on the idyllic island of St. Clement is one of Croatia's most exclusive waterfront escapes – you can only get there by boat! For more than half a century, this stylish and secluded retreat has blended fine Adriatic cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a masterfully curated wine list in a spectacular island setting. A leading Croatian chef specializes in the freshest local seafood, adding a touch of contemporary Dalmatian flair (think fresh, deliciously simple, Mediterranean) in a menu complemented by premium Croatian and international wines. Plush seaside cabanas offer comfortable spots for relaxation after a swim in crystal-clear waters, before enjoying a fine glass of sunset wine with a panoramic view of the Adriatic. Barefoot luxury and fine dining come together at this memorable, off-the-beaten-track jewel of Croatia beach restaurants.

Highlights:

• Exclusive island restaurant and lounge bar on St. Clement, near Hvar
• Only accessible by boat
• Modern Dalmatian cuisine featuring the freshest Adriatic seafood
• Huge list of multi-format Champagnes, including Vintage and Prestige bottles
• Top selection of Croatian and international wines, alongside signature cocktails
• Some rare wines and champagnes available on request
• Luxury daybeds, private cabanas, and swimming in the clear, quality waters of the Pakleni Islands
• One of Croatia's premium fine wine and dining, and beach destinations

Photo credit: Bagni Fiore

Bagni Fiore, nestled on the shores of the enchanting Paraggi Bay near the boutique-laden, yacht town of Portofino, is an icon of la dolce vita. Once frequented by legends of the stage and screen, including Brigitte Bardot, Maria Callas, and Elizabeth Taylor, this elegant Portofino beach club offers pristine waters, refined waterside terraces, and an ageless Riviera atmosphere. Found within the Portofino Natural Park and Marine Protected Area, guests can enjoy leisurely Mediterranean lunches or sip sunset aperitifs before dinner at Langosteria Paraggi (located within the Bagni Fiore site), where top-class cuisine is paired with an outstanding wine list featuring Italian sparkling, white, red, and rosé wines alongside acclaimed French labels and international favorites.

Highlights:

• Elegant beach club in Paraggi Bay, within the Portofino Natural Park and Marine Protected Area
• Home to Langosteria Paraggi, renowned for refined Mediterranean seafood dining
• Extensive selection of wines, featuring Italian sparklings, whites, reds, and rosés, plus leading French and international labels
• Crystal-clear waters, luxury beach service, waterfront terraces, and vintage Riviera charm. Divers may want to visit the famous underwater nativity scene!
• Among Italy's most glamorous seaside destinations for fine wine, dining, and la dolce vita

Photo credit: Alemagou

Set on the sands of Ftelia Beach in Mykonos (of picturesque, traditional windmill fame), Alemagou is one of the island’s most distinctive beachfront destinations, where the windswept minimalism of the Cycladic islands (of which Mykonos is a part) meets a luxurious bohemian vibe. The bar combines natural textures, whitewashed walls, and breezy open-air terraces with the energy of the ancient Aegean landscape. During the day, guests lounge on sunbeds or enjoy refined local cuisine; at dusk, the atmosphere transforms into a Mediterranean lounge experience with signature cocktails and chilled music as the sea turns sunset gold. One of the finest Mykonos beach bars, the wine list showcases around 200 labels, including a healthy number of wines by the glass, with a good selection of magnums and jeroboams. Highlights include rosés (perfect for the Greek summer heat), White Burgundies, Champagnes, prestigious Santorini whites, and Bordeaux reds from leading producers. Yeia mas or Cheers!

Highlights:

• Iconic Greek island beachfront restaurant and beach club showcasing best in Mediterranean wine destinations
• Bohemian-luxury setting with Cycladic architecture and panoramic Aegean views
• Aegean-fusion cuisine focused on fresh seafood and seasonal local produce
• All-day and night experience
• Extensive wine list with top picks from leading wine regions

More recent evolution of Champagne glassware comes in the form of varietal or style-specific vessels. With many companies looking to create the perfect wine glass, there are a wide variety of options to choose from, often coming recommended by Champagne producers themselves such as Ruinart, Krug, and Moët & Chandon.

Austrian Glass maker Riedel has developed both the Veritas Champagne glass and has even worked with Krug to create the Joseph glass to “enhance every aspect of the sensorial Krug experience”. This comes as no surprise, however, as glassmaker Maximilian Riedel is a vocal denouncer of the flute: “It is my goal that the flute will be obsolete by the day that I pass away”.

Whether it’s a sunset Champagne by the beach on the French Riviera, an Adriatic seafood pairing, a tropical beach club cocktail hour, or a Cycladic wine list under azure skies, a 5-star beach bar is worth factoring into your next luxury travel getaway!

We’re going local next time as we look at top American beach bars and wine lists, so keep your eyes open!

Feature image: Bagni Fiore

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