If you were asked to put together the wine list for a new fine dining restaurant, with no restraints or limitations, what would you do?

"Forget the obvious and the ostentatious... these are the wines that would transport a willing drinker to another time and place, all from a glass on a restaurant table," writes Mark Smith in this award-winning essay.

On July 24, Serrat will release eight new wines from the 2024 vintage – including its prized Shiraz Viognier. Read about the release and see how Philip Rich scored the wines.

Heading to the Apple Isle? We round up three of Tassie's top producers to visit while you're there. We also list eight shiraz wines that illustrate how versatile this variety can be. From silky and supple to powerful and tannic, you'll find a style to suit.

And finally, we're about to launch a brand new season of the Halliday Wine Companion Podcast. Read more about our new-look podcast here, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Serrat releases its 2024 vintage wines

The latest release features eight wines, including the highly rated and collectable Shiraz Viognier.

Carte blanche and a blank cheque

From one-off bottles to wines grown on dormant volcanos, Mark Smith shares his vision for the ultimate wine list.

Top Tassie producers to visit

Here's why you should put Pressing Matters, Clover Hill and Holm Oak on your hit-list.

Shiraz to try

Eight expressions that demonstrate the versatility of Australia's most widely planted variety.

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Serrat releases its 2024 vintage wines

Carte blanche and a blank cheque

Top Tassie producers to visit

Shiraz to try

Join Halliday and claim your free 96-point Cabernet Sauvignon from Zema Estate worth $50 RRP.