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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Aldi brings back its sell-out $11.99 wine named best in Australia
Aldi has brought back its award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon - crowned one of Australia's best red wines - and it only costs $1.60 per glass. The Reschke Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, priced at just $11.99 per bottle, has returned to shelves just in time to enjoy over winter. Shoppers can get a taste of the best-selling drop, which has earned multiple accolades - including a silver medal and four bronze - in 2024 alone. The Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted from fruit grown on the family's vineyard estate in South Australia, is deep ruby in colour with enticing aromas of blackberry and cherry. The palate of this rich, full bodied wine with its supple texture reveals layers of fruity flavours and spicy French oak characters, delivering silky tannins and a lingering finish. 'Wonderfully rich and enticing, this full-bodied wine has blackcurrant and classic dark fruit characters and it's a multi award winner,' ALDI's Wine Expert and Director of Buying Jason Bowyer said. The fan favourite tipple has taken home several coveted titles, including a silver medal at the ANZ Boutique Wine Show 2024 and bronze medals at four of Australia's most prestigious wine competitions. It even scored a near-perfect 95 out of 100 after impressing a panel of judges - including renowned sommeliers, winemakers and journalists. 'A silky palate with lots of refinement and details. Impressive fruit core and power held up by tannins and acidity that lead a duo act in unison,' one judge said. The description on the bottle reads: '2022 proved to be an exceptional year, with the region experiencing average rainfall throughout the winter, and a mild growing season. 'Above-average temperature in January resulted in minimal variability between bunches, and the dry conditions through the summer allowed the grapes to slowly ripen and develop an array of nuanced flavours. 'Stable growing conditions permitted picking at optimum flavour and ripeness levels, resulting in high quality wines showcasing vibrant fruit expression, balanced acidity and finely integrated tannins with outstanding cellaring potential.' In addition to the award-winning drop, Aldi has released its latest collection of seasonal wines for less than $15 pre bottle. The curated selection serves up locally sourced wines and world-quality drops at low prices, with the most affordable glass of red in the range pouring for 90 cents (McGuigan Black Label Red 1L, $8.99). 'As the temperature drops, there's nothing like a glass of red to warm things up - whether you're unwinding at home or sharing a hearty meal with friends and loved ones,' Mr Bowyer said. 'With everything from a bold Shiraz to vibrant European varietals, our winter red wine range brings rich flavour and top-notch quality to your table without stretching your budget. 'This year we're seeing a balance of both worlds - with some wine drinkers looking for more lighter and fresher styles, while others stick with those classic, full-bodied favourites. 'Fortunately, when you look at Aldi's selection of drops this season, there is truly something for every person and price point.' ALDI'S 10 winter reds for under $15 McGuigan Black Label Red 1L: $8.99 Tavernello Organic Sangiovese 750mL: $8.99 Pierre Chainier Vin De Sud Pinot Noir 2024 750mL: $9.99 Brown Brothers Winter Red 2024 750mL: $9.99 The Standing People 'Lighter in Alcohol' Pinot Noir 2024 750mL: $9.99 Corte Carista Montepulciano D'Abruzzo DOCG 2021 750mL: $11.99 De Bortoli Bella Riva Heathcote Grenache 2024 750mL: $11.99 Reschke Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon Cellar Reserve 2022 750mL: $11.99 Wynns 'The Sliding' Coonawarra Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2023 750mL: $12.99 Eastern Laneway Vintners Grampians Shiraz 2024 750mL: $14.99
ABC News
26-05-2025
- General
- ABC News
Rod Sparks
Rod has been associated with ABC South East for over ten years with his regular computer and technology segment on the mornings show. With a forestry science and computing back ground, Rod was lured to Mount Gambier from Melbourne in the late 1980's by the lifestyle of a regional town plus the additional attractions of excellent sporting facilities and the nearby Coonawarra, both passionate interests. Rod also enjoys home renovating and cabinetmaking and still actively pursues his hobbies which include bushwalking and the martial arts. Rod has an "off the wall" sense of humour, a love of the arts and a passion for community service. An interesting mix, don't you think? You can hear Rod presenting the Saturday mornings program on ABC South East from 6:05am – 10am. If you've got a story for Rod you can contact him on
ABC News
17-05-2025
- Climate
- ABC News
Farmers call on city residents to keep consuming meat amid drought
The red gum-studded paddocks of Coonawarra in May are usually flush with swathes of neon green grass, awaiting the arrival of lambs. But this year, the ground is the colour of the vine leaves turning gold and brown. The lack of rain across South Australia, and more unusually in the south-east, has led to a lack of feed for livestock. At significant expense, farmers are carting grain and hay for ewes on the point of lambing, and cows with calves at foot. But Coonawarra livestock farmer George Kidman said he and many in his farming community still felt hopeful and urged "urban neighbours" to rally around the state's farmers by keeping meat on the dinner plate. "When they turn on the news and there's stories about drought support, I worry they might think farmers are just putting their hands in the till. "But we're just looking for some understanding and acknowledgement that it's tough, but we still have hope." He said he was telling friends in the city who were asking how they could help that buying Australian red meat was a "real way to directly support farmers". Mr Kidman said much like the dairy industry's "milk price wars" in 2017, where major supermarkets discounted milk to $1 a litre, there was a groundswell from urban shoppers wanting to support farmers by buying branded products. "We saw consumers willingly paying slightly more for their milk because they wanted to support farmers," he said. Further south at the livestock saleyards near the regional city of Mount Gambier, livestock buyer Ian Perryman said the situation was one he had not seen in his 50-year career. "The south east is normally a very reliable area," he said. Mr Perryman said the region usually received between 635 millimetres and 890mm of rain a year but was down to between 127mm and 177mm. He said the second year of rainfall deficit had led to a larger number of livestock being sold out of season, including young cattle "because farmers can't afford to feed them". He said he was concerned about the longer-term outlook for abattoirs, and potential supply shortages, or increased prices, on supermarket shelves. "In the short term, we're buying plenty of cattle, but once those cattle numbers are gone towards the back end of 2025 and into 2026, we could be seeing the least number of cattle put through processors we've ever seen," he said. But in town, customers are still lining up at the counter of Brian Shelton's butcher. Mr Shelton is the latest to don the blue and white stripe apron in the family business of 80 years. "In reality, we're still run off our feet in here," he said. "There's no doubt the cost of living has risen, and the drought has forced selling out of season for a lot of farmers, but we still find customers want their cuts and even the premium cuts like scotch fillet are still selling well," he said. "I believe demand is holding up because customers are used to eating quality meat, and are seeking out even the more expensive, premium cuts. "There's been a slight rise in the sale of secondary cuts and casserole meat, but not as much as I had thought there might be." Mr Shelton said he was confident his butcher shop could continue supplying clients from as far away as Kingston, Bordertown and into Victoria amid the ongoing drought.
