The Blackstone Paddock Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (RRP $17.99) was awarded the Max Schubert AM Trophy for Most Outstanding Red Wine in Show – regarded as one of the most prized trophies in the Australian Wine Industry – and the Professor A.J. Perkins Trophy for Best Cabernet Sauvignon in Show, trumping many prized Australian Cabernets from some of the most iconic regions including the Coonawarra and Margaret River, some selling in excess of $100.
ALDI Australia’s wines were awarded two trophies as well as two gold, two silver and six bronze medals at the 2020 Royal Adelaide Wine Show, confirming what ALDI devotees already know: ALDI wines punch above their weight when it comes to price, diversity and range.
Other recent wins include:
- Taylors Estate Special Release Clare Valley Shiraz 2018 ($14.99) won a trophy and three gold medals: Duad’s Club Special Prize at the 2020 Citadelles Du Vin – highest score for Syrah of the world
Gold at the 2020 Citadelles Du Vin
Gold at the Concours Mondial De Bruxelles
Gold at AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge - Royal Adelaide Wine Show: Gold Medal: A.C. Byrne Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2020 ($7.99)
- Royal Perth Wine Show 2020: Best Sauvignon Blanc Semillon/Semillon Sauvignon Blanc of Show: A.C. Byrne Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2020 ($7.99)
- Riverina Wine Show 2020: Trophy for the Best Riverina Durif: Venturer Series Riverina Durif 2019 ($8.99)
Under the guidance of wine buyer, Jason Bowyer, ALDI is now well and truly stocked for Christmas and summer holidays. Shelves are brimming with both locally sourced and imported crisp white wines like pinot gris, pinot grigio and rosés. With a range that includes wines from Argentina and Italy, a visit to ALDI – one of Australia’s most trusted brands – makes for a great way to extend your wine palate and your wine knowledge in an affordable way. Not a bad Christmas gift to yourself at all!
