Taste the Awards 2026: Melbourne
Event description
Join us for an exclusive showcase of award-winning wines and wineries featured in the 2026 Halliday Wine Companion.
The best wineries and winemakers as featured in the 2026 edition will be in attendance. Ask your questions and taste highly-rated wines at an unforgettable event where we celebrate the very best in Australian wine.
Taste the Awards 2026 will be hosted at Sophia, located within the iconic Prahran Arcade. You'll taste award-winning wines in The Gallery, a heritage-style building punctuated by 26 arched windows.
Where: Sophia, 282 Chapel Street, Prahran
When: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: 6.30pm–9.00pm (6pm early access for Halliday members)
Dress code: Smart casual
As part of your ticket, you'll receive:
Unlimited tastings of top-rated wines from highly rated wineries
Gourmet canapés
A special gift bag to take home, including the newly released 2026 Halliday Wine Companion
A RIEDEL Ouverture Magnum glass, valued at $30 RRP
Our 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Awards partners:
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
