We’re deep enough into winter now that you probably already have a list of favourite red wines on rotation.

But if you’re looking to add a couple more, you’ll find 70 great options in this issue.

Each member of the Tasting Team has put forward 10 great red wines within a varietal category, from their tastings for the Halliday Wine Companion this year. So if you love cabernet, turn to Tyson Stelzer’s suggestions. If you are wanting to explore shiraz, Dave Brookes has pulled together a cracking top 10. The only exception is James, who was allowed a ‘captain’s pick’ across all categories.

Continuing the red theme, wine writer Nick Ryan dives deep into pinot noir, and takes a look at who’s doing what with it around the country. And Jane Faulkner shares the incredible story of Mornington Peninsula winemaker David Lloyd, who after 27 years at Eldridge Estate is packing up and moving to Tasmania.

Also in this issue, we interview former MasterChef Australia judge Matt Preston who tells us about his love affair with wine and what he’d serve at his ultimate meal.

Finally, the 2023 Halliday Awards are happening in Melbourne on August 3. You can broadcast the event on the night via winecompanion.com.au, and purchase the 2023 Halliday Wine Companion from August 4. We’d also love you to have your say by voting for your favourite winery in the People’s Choice. To cast your vote, and to view our shortlisted wineries across all categories, scan the below QR code with your smartphone.

Cheers,