Peter Gago: 'We shouldn't have to resort to gimmickry.' Photo: Penfolds

Podcasts

Penfolds’ Peter Gago on staying ahead of the curve

In an industry subject to ever-changing cycles, fashions and fads, it’s an ongoing challenge to keep a successful and well-established wine label shining brightly, says Penfolds’ chief winemaker Peter Gago.

Wine

Why now’s the time to invest in wine

Wine experts are advising aspiring wine connoisseurs and those looking to earn some extra cash that now is an opportune time to invest in good-quality Australian wine.

Opinion

The April Fool's Day grape guarantee

Philip White questions the timing of Senator Anne Ruston’s new Wine Australia edict.

Wine

2018 Shiraz is on … with a $50m sweetener

Philip White reports on politics and money as terroir, and the widening gap between good fruit and everything else.

Opinion

Taxpayers give $50 million to wine and cider makers

Philip White seems unconvinced this week’s big wine industry funding announcement will be spent in the best long-term interests of the needy and deserving.