Note: this product is pre-order and will ship from 21 August 2025.
For over 40 years, legendary winemaker and critic James Halliday has been Australia’s most trusted name in the industry, and his renowned Halliday Wine Companion is recognised as the ultimate authority on Australian wine.
The bestselling annual guide continues to set the benchmark for winemakers, collectors and wine lovers alike and this 2026 edition is no different. It features new scores and tasting notes, along with drinking windows and prices, plus information on the country’s key wineries and wine regions.
Discover Halliday’s exceptional award winners in categories such as Winery of the Year, Viticulturist of the Year, Winemaker of the Year, Best New Winery and more. Varietal winners including Shiraz of the Year, Cabernet Sauvignon of the Year and Riesling of the Year are also revealed.
This edition also marks the introduction of the inaugural Wildcard award, which advocates for wines that sit outside the traditional categories. Plus, of course, the all-important Wine of the Year winner, as voted by the Companion’s expert Tasting Team, is unveiled. The Halliday Wine Companion 2026 is simply the essential guide for drinkers of Australian wine, and is the ideal gift for any wine lover.
Enjoy tasting notes from the Halliday Tasting Team: Dave Brookes, Jane Faulkner, Jeni Port, Katrina Butler, Marcus Ellis, Mike Bennie, Philip Rich, Shanteh Wale and Toni Paterson MW.
- Over 7000 wines tasted for this edition, from more than 900 wineries
- More than 60 new wineries
- Top-rated wines by variety
- A complete list of the 5-star wineries in each region
- Updated vintage charts for each region
- Regional index listing food, accommodation, events and cellar doors, including family- and dog-friendly options
This product is pre-order and will ship from 21 August 2025.