Redman The Redman is a bold and rich red wine made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz grapes sourced from the Coonawarra region in South Australia. The wine has a deep ruby color and aromas of dark fruit, mocha and vanilla. The palate is complex with layers of blackberry and plum fruit, hints of cedar, and a long finish with firm tannins. The acidity is well-balanced, making it a great pairing for red meat dishes or hearty stews. This wine is a testament to the renowned winemaking skills of the Redman family, who have been producing quality wines in Coonawarra for over 100 years.

Tasting Notes

The colour, the brightness of flavour and the fruit bely its age, although there are certainly tertiary flavours within. Lovely cedar box and baking spices, ironstone and warm bitumen. The tannins are perfectly poised, with excellent acidity, and the finish long and pure. A stunning The Redman with a few more years ahead of it yet.

About the Winery

The history of Redman starts with William (Bill) Redman. He arrived in Coonawarra in 1901 from avenue range. He was only 14 years old at the time, and he got work at a winery owned by John Riddoch. Bill worked there up to 1908 and took the time to learn the craft under Ewen McBain, a respected winemaker.

In 1908, Bill, together with his family, bought 16 hectares in Coonawarra. There were vineyards there. To help with payment, he sold the vintage grapes of that year to Riddoch. His first wine was made in 1909. This was done in some rudimentary conditions. The wine was sold off in bulk.

Owen Redman, Bill’s son, joined the business in 1937. At that time, they were still selling wine to other wineries. Their wine was of good quality, and that is why it continued growing and became reputable. This led to a rise in demand for wine.

It was not until 1952 that the Redmans decided to release some of their own wine under the Rouge Homme label. This was the 1952 vintage. Their first wine was a blend of shiraz and sauvignon. This label and winery were sold in 1965. When he retired, his son Owen and Edna, his wife, bought 16 ha block from Arthur Hoffman.

In 1966, Edna and Owen started the Redman wines. Between 1966 and 1976, the holding was boosted to 36 hectares. Owen passed the mantle to his son's Mal and Bruce. They took up the responsibilities of winemaking.

By 1992, the company was still making limited wines. There were 2 reds, Redman claret and Redman sauvignon but they introduced cabernet sauvignon merlot in small quantities. Dan joined the family business in 2008. He is Bruce’s son and represents the fourth generation. He joined exactly one century after his great-grandfather made the first wine, and his younger brother came on board in 2015.

The family still grows grapes in their vineyards and makes wine, following what Bill Redman had initiated many years back. The family's success and tradition are upheld and may still be alive for years.

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