2026 Halliday Wine of the Year | Giles Cooke of Thistledown Wines

In this episode of the Halliday Wine Companion Podcast, Giles Cooke MW, co-founder of Thistledown Wines , shares his journey in the wine industry and the philosophy behind his winemaking. He reflects on winning Wine of the Year, the history of the Smart Vineyard in McLaren Vale, and the techniques used to craft wines that are expressive of site. Host Anna Webster and Giles explore the challenges…