Many establishments seek to introduce the aromas and flavors of another country or region to their guests, having fallen in love with those wines for many and varied reasons. This category of Best Regional Wine List Outside the Region enables the Judges to celebrate those who build close relationships with a country’s or region’s wine producers, despite their physical distance. The successful lists demonstrate profound knowledge and understanding, as well as regional traits that enhance the dining experience in interesting ways. While these lists promote a particular country or region, Judges still consider the criteria of breadth, depth, height, balance, selection, accuracy, originality, suitability, design, and value.