When: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Where: AAMI Park, Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3001
Time: 6:30pm–10:00pm
Prize: $250 per person
Don't miss out on this exclusive one-night-only wine event!
Curated by Halliday Wine Companion, the evening features a hand-picked selection of 96+ point wines, including the rare chance to taste the sold-out Australian Wine of the Year – Thistledown This Charming Man Single Vineyard Clarendon Grenache 2024. Each pour will be matched to a five-course menu by Jesse Hughes (ALMA, Felix), with canapés served on the field of play to kick the evening off in style.
Your ticket includes:
- A taste of the sold-out 2026 Wine of the Year – Thistledown Wines This Charming Man Single Vineyard Clarendon Grenache 2024, McLaren Vale
- Five courses by Jesse Hughes (ALMA), paired with top-rated Victorian wines
- Canapés served on the field of play
- Exclusive VIP stadium access
Plus, we are excited to announce that Halliday taster Philip Rich will guide the experience – taking you behind each bottle. Chairing various wine shows, including the James Halliday Chardonnay Challenge, Yarra Valley Wine Show and the Margaret River Wine Show, Philip has a passion for wine you don't want to miss!
Tickets are selling fast – secure yours now!
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