Macao, July 8, 2026 — Nine signature restaurants across Wynn Palace and Wynn Macau have been awarded the prestigious "Best of Award of Excellence" at the Wine Spectator 2026 Restaurant Awards. The awarded establishments include Chef Tam's Seasons, Lakeview Palace, Mizumi, Sushi Mizumi, SW Steakhouse, and Sole e Mare at Fontana at Wynn Palace, alongside Wing Lei, Drunken Fish, and Lakeside Trattoria at Wynn Macau.
This international recognition underscores Wynn's continuous pursuit of exceptional dining experiences and its dedication to the art of wine pairing. It further highlights Wynn's expertise in wine list curation and professional sommelier services, while reflecting its steadfast commitment to promoting Chinese wines globally through its "Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards" program. Together, these efforts reinforce Macao's reputation as a UNESCO "Creative City of Gastronomy".
Wine program highlights across nine award-winning restaurants
The wine programs across the winning restaurants at Wynn complement an exceptional range of cuisines.
For Chinese cuisine, Wing Lei, the MICHELIN Two-Star Cantonese restaurant at Wynn Macau, pairs classic Cantonese fare with a wine list rich in diverse vintages and regions. At Wynn Palace, Chef Tam's Seasons, which holds two MICHELIN stars and is recognized among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants, complements its seasonal menus inspired by 24 solar terms with Chinese Baijiu and premium wines, while the wine selection at the modern Jiangnan restaurant Lakeview Palace is tailor-made for the delicate flavor profiles of its signature dishes rooted in the confluence of Huaiyang and Cantonese culinary traditions. Drunken Fish, Wynn Macau's seafood concept that features the city's first Moutai-themed bar, boasts an extensive wine collection alongside rare Moutai expressions to deliver exceptional pairings of Chinese spirits with premium seafood.
Complementing their refined Japanese culinary offerings, the MICHELIN One-Star Mizumi and the omakase destination Sushi Mizumi at Wynn Palace present an extraordinary beverage collection featuring exclusive award-winning bottles, seasonal releases, and limited-edition sake from Japan's legendary breweries. Backed by its outstanding sake portfolio, Mizumi's exceptional wine list continues to garner top-tier industry acclaim, notably clinching the "China's Best Sake List" award at the China Wine List of the Year Awards last year.
On the Western dining front, SW Steakhouse, the classic American steakhouse at Wynn Palace, anchors its program with iconic American vintages and world-renowned estate collections, complemented by a rare whisky collection. Meanwhile, Wynn's two Italian restaurants – Lakeside Trattoria at Wynn Macau and Sole e Mare at Fontana at Wynn Palace – showcase rich regional Italian wines and international selections, perfectly accentuating the vibrant flavors of authentic Italian delicacies.
Award-winning labels from the "Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards" enrich Wynn's globally curated wine program
Wynn continues to shape the global gastronomy scene by leveraging its hospitality platform to introduce new dimensions to fine dining, presenting exceptional terroirs and emerging wine regions to guests. Through hosting the "Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards" for three consecutive years, top-tier Chinese wines – celebrated by international judging panels for capturing the essence of local terroirs – have been incorporated into the wine lists of Wynn's dining establishments, including all nine Wine Spectator award-winning restaurants. The inclusion of these acclaimed Chinese wines further enriches Wynn's beverage portfolio and demonstrates the immense potential of Chinese wines in high-end dining.
Furthermore, the competition features the "Wynn Sommelier's Choice" award, where Wynn's sommelier teams meticulously select an award-winning Chinese wine that best complements each restaurant's signature culinary style. This initiative highlights the precision and expertise of Wynn's professional sommelier teams in wine pairing and reflects Wynn's ongoing commitment to advancing pairing excellence across diverse culinary traditions.
Established in 1981, the Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards are presented by the globally influential wine publication Wine Spectator, serving as one of the most authoritative grading systems for restaurant wine lists in the industry. The awards feature three tiers: the Award of Excellence, the Best of Award of Excellence, and the Grand Award. The "Best of Award of Excellence" specifically recognizes restaurants that guide wine lovers with lists of significant vintage depth, excellent regional diversity, and a broad selection of top-tier producers. Winning restaurants typically boast 350 or more selections and present them with professional and meticulous lists. Wynn's sweep of awards across nine establishments demonstrates its outstanding strength in fine dining, sommelier expertise, and the art of wine pairing.
To taste the delicacies and wine pairings of each award-winning restaurant, guests are welcome to contact the reservation hotlines: (853) 8889 3663 (Wynn Palace) / (853) 8986 3663 (Wynn Macau).
