Two now suspended employees of the Australian Penfolds winery have been arrested over thefts from the winery of more than A$614,000 (US$368,000) of premium wine since 2000.


Names of the two, a man and woman, have not been released and they will appear in court in June. Police said they believed the couple had been selling the wines within Australia and did not know whether any had reached international markets. Among the wines alleged to have been stolen were valuable bottles of Penfolds best-known Grange wine.

Just Drinks Excellence Awards - Nominations Closed

Nominations are now closed for the Just Drinks Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact.

Excellence in Action
ROBOT Kombucha by Net Zero Foods has won the Innovation Award in the Probiotic Beverages category in the 2025 Just Drinks Excellence Awards. Discover how this AI-developed, 100% organic, low-sugar probiotic cola is reshaping gut-health drinks while championing bee-friendly, sustainable sourcing.

Discover the Impact