The 2027 Shortlist

Winemaker of the Year: The Finalists

By Halliday Wine Companion

Meet the finalists for the 2027 Winemaker of the Year award and discover why each has been nominated by the Halliday Tasting Team.

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This award commemorates the best winemakers in Australia and is reserved for those who have consistently produced exceptional wines over a sustained period.

These finalists are pushing Australian wine to even greater heights – innovating when necessary, and sticking true to timeless tradition when needed.

Read on to discover the finalists for this year’s Winemaker of the Year, as nominated by the Tasting Team.


 Adrian Sparks

Adrian Sparks, Mount Pleasant

Region: Hunter Valley, New South Wales