Category Archives: New Releases

Penfolds Masterclass – the real review

Posted on June 9, 2021 by The Wine Commander

You may recall I previously reviewed the recent releases of the Penfold’s collection in 2019 in this blog. The 2021, ‘101 Masterclass’ was a slick affair held in May. It was evident at the masterclass that the domestic marketing of … Continue reading →

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Penfold’s new Grange blend called g4

Posted on July 25, 2020 by The Wine Commander

Stand by for the Treasury Estates marketing machine to grind up to full blast with the launch of the 2020 release of its Collection wines on August 6. Adding to this year’s release, Penfolds will launch a new wine blended … Continue reading →

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Penfolds Collection, the real review

Posted on August 19, 2019 by The Wine Commander

Already the Treasury Wine Estates marketing machine has been busy wooing and seducing wine writers with the glossy brochures, flash in store point of sale displays on top of wooden boxes and free sample bottles. There will be more publicity … Continue reading →

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Two bargain reds BUY NOW!

Posted on April 18, 2018 by The Wine Commander

I want to introduce you to two absolute bargain buys that represent real value for money with extraordinary quality. 2016 Aradon Rioja Tempramillo Garnacha This rich unmistakable Spanish Rioja has those unmistakable fine soft tannins of Tempranillo with flavours that fill … 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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