Halliday Wine Companion Awards
Here you will find all of the big winners and our top picks from the 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Awards, including Wine the Year, Grenache of the Year & some of the best buys from the 2027 edition of Australia's ultimate Wine Guide.
96 pts
2024 TarraWarra Estate Swallowfield Vineyard Pinot NoirYarra Valley
Lovely, detailed, single vineyard Pinot Noir from Gembrook in the Yarra Valley.
Sale price$75.00
In stock, 6 left 98 pts
2021 Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 1.5LGippsland
The first Reserve under new ownership, this 2021 release bridges Bass Phillip’s past and future – same legendary vineyard, renewed focus, and precision of the highest order.
Sale price$2,900.00
In stock, 2 left 97 pts
2022 Koomilya DC Block ShirazMcLaren Vale
A powerful yet finely balanced single-block Shiraz from Koomilya’s original vineyard, showing the depth, savoury complexity and ageing potential that make it one of McLaren Vale’s most coveted releases.
Sale price$119.00
In stock, 7 left 97 pts
2022 Henschke Cyril Henschke Cabernet SauvignonEden Valley
An elegant and enchanting Cabernet Sauvignon named after one of Australia's winemaking pioneers.
Sale price$210.00
In stock, 5 left 95 pts
2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet FrancMcLaren Vale
This may be the best varietal Cabernet Franc released in Australia year on year. A seriously fine, fine wine.
Sale price$80.00
In stock, 1 left 95 pts
2025 CRFT The Arranmore Gruner VeltlinerAdelaide Hills
Certified organic and certifiedly mouth-watering Gruner Veltliner from CRFT's own Arranmore Vineyard.
Sale price$30.00
In stock, 6 left 95 pts
2025 Paralian Lacey Vineyard FianoMcLaren Vale
A crisp, textural take on Fiano from a standout McLaren Vale site – fresh, detailed and easy to love.
Sale price$32.00
In stock, 8 left 96 pts
2024 Bicknell FC Applecross Pinot NoirYarra Valley
A stunning debut from the historic St Andrews vineyard made in a vibrant style that is effortlessly drinkable.
Sale price$59.00
In stock, 5 left 95 pts
2023 Yeringberg ChardonnayYarra Valley
A Chardonnay for all comers, this is an excellent full-flavoured release from Yeringberg.
Sale price$72.00
In stock, 11 left 96 pts
2024 Sailor Seeks Horse Dijon Clone Pinot NoirTasmania
An ultra-limited, high-toned Pinot Noir focused on Dijon clones. Just a couple of dozen available.
Sale price$90.00
In stock, 3 left 96 pts
2023 Swinging Bridge Caldwell Lane ChardonnayOrange
Single site, high-altitude Chardonnay from arguably Orange's premier producer of the variety.
Sale price$49.00
In stock, 1 left 97 pts
2023 Clarendon Hills Astralis SyrahMcLaren Vale
A modern take on an Aussie icon - power reined in, detail turned up in the highly-rated 2023 release of the one and only Astralis.
Sale price$350.00
In stock, 2 left 95 pts NICK RYAN TOP 100
2018 Mordrelle Blanc de Blancs Zero DosageAdelaide Hills
A long-aged, hand-disgorged Blanc de Blancs that delivers savoury complexity and real finesse, made with care and precision.
Sale price$48.00
In stock, 9 left
95 pts
2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP2Yarra Valley
Fragrant, refreshing and distinctive, this Marli Russell release offers yet another layer to the scintillating story of Australian Grenache.
Sale price$48.00
In stock 98 pts Winery of the Year
2009 House of Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged
Australia's most prestigious sparkling wine.
Sale price$250.00
In stock, 2 left 97 pts
2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon MerlotYarra Valley
Cult-favourite Cabernet from the outskirts of the Yarra Valley. This classic, elegant blend will evolve beautifully in the cellar.
Sale price$100.00
In stock, 11 left 97 ptsHALLIDAY TOP 100
2025 Frankland Estate Isolation Ridge RieslingGreat Southern
An iconic, deeply complex Riesling and unlike any other in Australia.
Sale price$50.00
In stock 95 pts
2022 Yeringberg ShirazYarra Valley
An elegant Shiraz enhanced with a splash of Viognier from a Yarra Valley icon.
Sale price$105.00
In stock, 3 left 97 pts
2022 Henschke The Wheelwright ShirazEden Valley
A special single-vineyard Shiraz release, from an iconic Australian winery.
Sale price$165.00
In stock, 1 left 98 pts
2021 John Duval Eligo ShirazBarossa Valley
The absolute pick of the bunch from a stellar Barossa vintage, crafted by a man who has spent forty years perfecting the region's elite Shiraz style.
Sale price$118.00
In stock, 2 left 95 pts
2023 Kaesler Old Vine ShirazBarossa Valley
A deep, generous Shiraz from seriously old Barossa vines — rich, polished and built to go the distance.
Sale price$110.00
In stock 98 pts
2021 Kaesler Old Bastard ShirazBarossa Valley
A powerhouse Barossa Shiraz from vines over a century old — intense, layered and unapologetically bold.
Sale price$325.00
In stock, 1 left 96 pts
2021 Crittenden Cri de Coeur ChardonnayMornington Peninsula
The top-dog in the Crittenden Chardonnay yar. Excellent reviews and very limited availability.
Sale price$80.00
In stock, 4 left 96 pts
2024 Grosset Piccadilly ChardonnayClare Valley
Chardonnay of sophistication and class from a terrific site in the Adelaide Hills.
Sale price$85.00
In stock, 8 left
95 pts
2021 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson ChardonnayYarra Valley
Another top-flight single-vineyard Chardonnay from Mac Forbes, from the glorious Woori Yallock site.
Sale price$84.00
Regular price$94.00
In stock, 6 left 97 pts
2025 Gembrook Hill ChardonnayYarra Valley
Limited release of Gembrook's rare Chardonnay from a great Yarra vineyard.
Sale price$50.00
In stock, 11 left 95 pts
2023 Clarendon Hills Onkaparinga GrenacheMcLaren Vale
Tiny yields, massive character—an exotic, finely layered Grenache from a near-forgotten slope of Blewitt Springs.
Sale price$90.00
In stock, 4 left 95 pts
2022 Ossa Pinot NoirTasmania
Incredible new top-tier Tasmanian Pinot Noir from the Ossa wine project. A must-buy for collectors and lovers of silky, powerful Pinot.
Sale price$94.00
Regular price$99.00
Sold out 95 pts
2023 Bleasdale Vineyards Generations MalbecLanghorne Creek
A straight-up delicious, no-fuss Malbec from arguably Australia's greatest producer of the variety.
Sale price$27.00
In stock, 9 left 95 pts
2024 Sailor Seeks Horse Small Wonder Tamar Valley ChardonnayTasmania
Small batch Tamar Valley Chardonnay done to a tee by the Lipscombes.
Sale price$49.00
Regular price$55.00
In stock 95 pts
2023 Yeringberg ShirazYarra Valley
An elegant Shiraz enhanced with a splash of Viognier from a Yarra Valley icon.
Sale price$99.00
In stock, 3 left 95 pts
2019 Yabby Lake Single Vineyard Cuvee NinaMornington Peninsula
A deliciously poised and delicate sparkling from the Mornington Peninsula.
Sale price$45.00
In stock, 6 left 95 pts
2022 Castagna Chenin BlancBeechworth
Another ballistic white wine from Castagna - as delicious as it is unique. A must-try for any Chenin Blanc lover.
Sale price$85.00
In stock 96 pts
2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot NoirYarra Valley
Another great Pinot Noir from the beautiful Sexton Vineyard. Structured and concentrated, but with the signature Giant Steps elegance that we know and love.
Sale price$89.00
Regular price$99.00
In stock, 4 left