Dilworth Tasting Room (DTR) SouthPark Earns 2026 Wine Spectator Restaurant Award

—DTR SouthPark Among the World’s Top Destinations for Wine—

Charlotte, NC (June 23, 2026) — DTR SouthPark has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2026 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine.

“The restaurant industry is rapidly transforming as diners become more selective about when, how and what they drink. As wine drinkers grow more mindful, restaurants are adapting with creative wine programs,” said Marvin R. Shanken, Chairman and CEO, Wine Spectator. “Congratulations to the 4,012 restaurants that earned a Restaurant Award and continue to elevate the wine experience for guests around the world. We raise a glass to your success.”

“As a team, we’ve always believed wine should feel approachable and intentional, never intimidating. This recognition from Wine Spectator is a meaningful moment for our SouthPark location and for everyone who has helped shape our wine program. We’re grateful to our guests and our team for continuing to make DTR a place where great wine and hospitality come together.”
— Jaffer Kovic, Owner and Sommelier, Dilworth Tasting Room SouthPark

Launched in 1981, the Restaurant Awards recognize excellence in restaurant wine service across three levels: the Award of Excellence, the Best of Award of Excellence and the Grand Award, with 2,083, 1,830, and 99 winners this year in each respective category.

DTR SouthPark has won the Award of Excellence.

AWARD OF EXCELLENCE: The Award of Excellence recognizes restaurants whose wine lists offer at least 75 selections and feature a well-chosen assortment of quality producers along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style.

Wine Spectator’s special Restaurant Awards issue is available on newsstands on July 21st.

Follow Wine Spectator on Instagram (@wine_spectator) and use hashtag #WSRestaurantAwards for posts about this year’s awards. WineSpectator.com/Restaurants also features coverage of winners, interviews with leading wine directors, wine picks and pairing tips from sommeliers at award-winning programs. In the Restaurant Search, all winners can be searched by name, location, award level, cuisine, wine specialties and pricing. Winners are also profiled in the free Restaurant Awards app, available for iPhone and iPad users.

About Wine Spectator
Wine Spectator is the world’s leading authority on wine. Anchored by Wine Spectator magazine, a print publication that reaches around 3 million readers worldwide, the brand also encompasses the Web’s most comprehensive wine site (WineSpectator.com), mobile platforms and a series of signature events. Wine Spectator examines the world of wine from the vineyard to the table, exploring wine’s role in contemporary culture and delivering expert reviews. Parent company M. Shanken Communications, Inc., also publishes Cigar Aficionado, Whisky Advocate, Market Watch, Shanken News Daily and Shanken’s Impact Newsletter.

About Dilworth Tasting Room SouthPark
Dilworth Tasting Room SouthPark is a locally owned, Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in one of Charlotte’s most refined neighborhoods. Designed with a balance of elevated style and a welcoming neighborhood feel, it’s a space made for slowing down, gathering, and enjoying the moment.

The full-scale restaurant features a diverse menu built for dinner and weekend brunch, alongside curated wines, seasonal cocktails, and a thoughtful approach to hospitality. Whether it’s an intimate night out, a group dinner, or a special celebration, DTR SouthPark delivers fresh food, polished service, and an atmosphere that feels both relaxed and refined.