Each year Gourmet Traveller WINE bestows the ultimate accolade on an Australian winemaker: Winemaker of the Year. From eight finalists one individual is celebrated for their outstanding ability and drive in a challenging industry. We also recognise up-and-coming talent with the Young Winemaker Medal, acknowledge viticultural excellence with the Perpetual Viticulturist of the Year and recognise leadership with the Len Evans Award.