The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has invited Australian wine producers to be part of history, as entries open for the 200th anniversary of the Sydney Royal Wine Show.

Throughout its history, the show has been guided by some of the great figures of Australian wine, including Len Evans AO, James Halliday AM, Brian Croser AO, Iain Riggs AM, Samantha Connew, PJ Charteris and Sarah Crowe.

Now under the leadership of Chair of Judges Mike de Iuliis and joined this year by international judge Matthew Jukes, the 2026 show promises to be memorable.

Chair of Wine Committee Angus Barnes said: “The Sydney Royal Wine Show has been setting the benchmark for Australian wine quality since 1826, and that history gives both exhibitors and consumers something genuinely valuable — trust and integrity.

“The show has kept pace with every shift in Australian wine — from fortified styles to the classic varietal wines Australia is celebrated for globally, through to the emerging styles reflecting how Australian drinking continues to evolve. With nearly 2000 wines entered on average each year, being part of Sydney Royal means being part of the institution that has helped
showcase the best of Australian wine to the world for two centuries.”

Entries close on 20 May 2026. Learn more here.

To recognise the contribution the Sydney Royal Wine Show has made to the Australian wine industry, the RAS has announced an industry symposium, “Sydney Royal 200: The Wine Show Conversation”, immediately following judging on 31 July.

Places are available for wine professionals to explore the Australian wine show system and go behind the scenes to see how wine is assessed. Hosted by some of the wine personalities who have shaped where we are today, this is a full day of tasting, debate and celebration of Australian wine.

Priority early access is given to 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Show entrants, with general ticket sales opening on 1 May.

Wine Committee member and RAS Councillor (former Chair of Wine Committee and Chief Steward) Sally Evans said: “Over 200 years it has been a constant theme of cherishing all that is great about the past, while always having the future front of mind, embracing innovation, fostering youth and nurturing communities as we move collectively into the next generation.”