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Grange Hermitage record sale and more

Posted on December 10, 2017 by The Wine Commander

A a full set of Penfolds Grange has just sold for a world record $294,320 at auction in South Australia. The winning bid broke the previous world record of $260,300 set in August. The set comprises one bottle from every … Continue reading →

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Tempranillo bargain buy for Christmas

Posted on December 6, 2017 by The Wine Commander

My love affair with Spanish grape varieties continues…. I have stumbled across a real bargain for you! First lets understand the grape variety. Tempranillo, a high quality red wine grape is grown all over Spain except in the hot south and … Continue reading →

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The top Cabernet Sauvignons in Australia

Posted on November 29, 2017 by The Wine Commander

The 2017 results for the second Halliday Australian Cabernet Challenge have been released. The competition was judged in conjunction with the Langton’s Margaret River Wine Show held earlier in November. 31 regions submitted cabernets and all vintages were eligible and judged … Continue reading →

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Prestigious NZ wine award trophies announced

Posted on November 27, 2017 by The Wine Commander

Marlborough Chardonnay cleans up! The 2016 Isabel Chardonnay Marlborough has won the prestigious Air New Zealand Champion Wine of the Show trophy, as well as the Rabobank Champion Chardonnay trophy. The second highest accolade of the evening, the O-I New Zealand Reserve … Continue reading →

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Pinot Noir – 3 makers to watch for

Posted on November 21, 2017 by The Wine Commander

I recently tried the following assorted pinot noirs which were from various years.  They  varied quite considerably due to age and location but may give you an idea which labels to keep an eye on. Remember, particularly from boutique wineries … Continue reading →

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