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What’s the difference between Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon?

Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz grapes both have a long history in Coonawarra. They are the grape varieties that we’re most famous for, having been planted by some of the regions pioneers like John Riddoch and our own Bill Redman back in the early 1900s. Nowadays, these two popular red grape varietals represent 80% of the regions vineyard plantings. Whilst wine connoisseurs around the world often know that these wines have differences, there’s often a fascination with the nuances of these particular grapes and how different they actually are to grow in the vineyard. Dan Redman explains all you need to know about our favourite red grapes.

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How to Choose Wine as a Gift

There’s nothing finer than receiving a beautiful bottle of wine as a gift. Call it the gift that keeps on giving. Wine is a great go-to gift option for many occasions. Whether you’re looking for a Christmas gift for Dad, a token of appreciation for colleagues or the boss, a milestone memento, a dinner-party contribution, or other special occasion, wine can answer the call.  Continue »

The ultimate guide to pairing red wine and chocolate

‘Can you pair red wine and chocolate?’ It’s a question we get asked regularly, and before we jump into the hows and whys of enjoying chocolate and red wine together, we’ll give you the short answer – yes, red wine and chocolate are a match made in heaven.  Continue »

Things to do in Penola

From quaint historical cottages to award-winning restaurants, the small town of Penola is the jewel of the Coonawarra. Less than a ten-minute drive from the Redman Cellar Door, here are our insider tips for how to make the most of your trip to the hidden gem of the Limestone Coast.  Continue »

Take a Walk on the Wine Side – Coonawarra Wineries Walking Trail

Wine lovers rejoice – the Coonawarra ‘wine strip’ is so compact and accessible that everyone can enjoy tasting our region’s fantastic wines without getting in the car. So bring your walking shoes, leave the car keys behind and enjoy the best of Coonawarra on foot on the Coonawarra Wineries Walking Trail.

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French Baked Brie

Warm baked Brie cheese is the perfect match with red wine over winter months. We’ll let you in on a family secret and share one of our all-time favourite recipes.

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A guide to the best places around Coonawarra

Travelling from Melbourne to Adelaide these holidays? Here we find the best things to do in and around Coonawarra

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The Redman Family’s Guide to Coonawarra’s Best Cellar Doors

To many travellers setting out to visit South Australia, Coonawarra is something of a hidden gem as a tourist destination. Although the wines produced in our region are highly acclaimed and well known, fewer people are aware of our beautiful rural setting, and that Coonawarra is only four hours’ drive from Adelaide (and only five hours’ drive from Melbourne). It’s a great place to visit to get a real sense of a close-knit country community, very different from the comparative hustle and bustle of other wine regions situated closer to capital cities.

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The Best Golf Courses on South Australia’s Limestone Coast

There’s an abundance of cellar doors in Coonawarra, but did you know that South Australia’s Limestone Coast is also a popular golf destination? In addition to being oenophiles, the Redman family are keen golfers; we love hitting the greens when we’re not in the winery.  Continue »

Sense and Sustainability with Dan Redman

Sustainable business practices are more important than ever for our team at Redman. From energy saving in the vineyard and cellar door, to reducing our environmental impact at home - every bit matters. Dan Redman shares his thoughts about the ins and outs of our business sustainability practices, to give you an insight into what we’ve been up to.  Continue »