
Tim Aktin
Tim Atkin MW is one of the world’s most respected and influential wine critics. With over 35 years of professional experience, he has been a Master of Wine since 2001 and is a regular contributor to prestigious international media outlets such as Decanter, The World of Fine Wine and Harpers.
He is also a principal judge at some of the world’s most important wine competitions, including the International Wine Challenge. In addition to his journalistic and tasting work, Tim Atkin is known for his specialised reports on wine regions, which he publishes annually with a rigorous, independent approach and great international impact.
These include his reports on Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Rioja and, more recently, the wines of the Canary Islands, where he provides an in-depth analysis of the island’s wine scene. His style combines a precise technical vision with a keen sensitivity to the origin, terroir and people behind the wine, making him a reference point for professionals, collectors and wine lovers around the world.
Top 100 and Reports
by Tim Aktin
Discover the world’s most fascinating wine regions from the inside.
Tim Atkin MW walks the vineyards, talks to producers and tastes hundreds of wines to offer you an expert, independent and deeply human insight into the wine of each place.
His Special Reports are an essential tool for industry professionals, collectors and wine lovers who want to gain a thorough understanding of the context, style, quality and potential of each origin.
You can now access his new Special Report on the Wines of the Canary Islands, first presented in June 2025 in Lanzarote.
