{"title":"Redbrook Estate","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"e-t-2020-redbrook-estate-cabernet-merlot","title":"2020 Redbrook Estate Cabernet Merlot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love this wine \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Varietal Cabernet wines from Margaret River have gained international acclaim in a relatively short period of time. For the IWSC judges to recognise and award a Trophy to our Redbrook Estate Cabernet Merlot, supports our belief that the Cabernet blends are right up there with the pure Cabernet wines of the region. These blends are an exciting secret in Margaret River – wine lovers are only just starting to uncover these world-class wines. It is particularly rewarding to wave the flag for Margaret River on the global stage that has the respect and recognition of the IWSC.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSenior Winemaker Matt Bryne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecolour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep purple-black in colour with a vibrant purple rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003earoma \u0026amp; palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fragrant, medium bodied blend driven by Cabernet Sauvignon has tremendous length of flavour and a framework that is distinctly Margaret River. Alluring aromatics of violets, bay, black olive and ripe forest berries lead into a silken, effortlessly long palate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecellaring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill show youthful, perfumed notes with fresh fruit flavours upon release. For those after additional complexity and softness, five or more years of bottle age is suggested. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the cool 2019 vintage, the 2020 vintage in Margaret River returned to a warmer one similar to that experienced in 2018. This produced exceptional quality wines across a large range of varieties and styles with Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay in particular excelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe season started with an early and strong budburst due to warmer soil conditions produced from the drier and warmer than average 2019 winter. This continued into Spring with near perfect conditions experienced during the flowering period (very dry, low RH and minimal wind) which further elevated the potential quality of the coming vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very dry 4 months with low humidity during the critical ripening period (Jan to Apr 2020) has produced deep, concentrated flavours and highlighted the importance of managing the vine canopies according to the variety and desired wine style. Our established, mature vineyards planted in the 1970’s particularly enjoyed these conditions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was also an exceptional year for the flowering of the native Marri trees which kept the birds distracted from the ripening fruit. The white harvest was over quick with the warm temperatures in early March which then moderated which slowed ripening in the reds and allowed flavour to intensify and tannins to soften. By mid-April we had finished our Cabernet Sauvignon harvest, the latest ripening varietal in the region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs usual, the Merlot typically ripened 3 weeks ahead of the Cabernet Sauvignon with the fruit from our Cabernet Franc vineyard being picked last. Each batch was picked and vinified separately and not blended until 13 months later following maturation on barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested late morning to ensure the fruit reached the winery at ~15C which is the optimum temperature to ensure a healthy, even start to fermentation on skins. The Merlot and Cabernet Franc fruit however, were harvested during the coolest part of the very early morning to achieve \u0026lt;10C fruit temperature so it could be cold soaked on skins for ~5 days prior to fermentation of which part was fermented wild with indigenous yeasts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe selectively harvested fruit was destemmed with any additional MOG (Material Other than Grapes) such as leaves being removed before the berries were transferred to small stainless steel static fermenters.  The Cabernet Sauvignon underwent partial wild fermentation before a select yeast culture was added at a low rate to finish fermentation which lasted 10 days. The Merlot and Cabernet Franc underwent partial wild fermentation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing fermentation, the Cabernet Sauvignon remained on skins for another 3-5 days before being pressed into French oak hogsheads (300L) of which ~14% were new (the balance 1-2yr French oak hogsheads) where they underwent malolactic fermentation. The Merlot and Cabernet Franc however, were pressed off skins just prior to dryness to achieve the desired blending styles and they were matured separately in seasoned French oak puncheons (500L). No pressings fractions were kept separate. The Cabernet Sauvignon spent 14 months maturing in barrel and the Merlot and Cabernet Franc 12 months and were racked ~twice and topped monthly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was then carefully blended barrel by barrel and then bottled without filtration before further maturation in bottle prior to release. Our 2020 wine sees the highest proportion of Merlot in the final blend to date.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eregion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargaret River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evarieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 54%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMerlot 37%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc 9%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eanalysis\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.47\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTA (Acidity): 6.33 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten Free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosemary-infused lamb shank casserole with soft polenta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational Wine Show Challenge 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational Wine Show Challenge 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"] \u003c\/span\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"International Wine Show Challenge 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A wine of pedigree with a palate that is beautifully balanced with notes of dark fruits, red berries, pencil shavings, and herbs. Beads of refreshing acidity run through to the powerful finish, demonstrating the skill with which it has been crafted. A sophisticated and age-worthy example.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMargaret River Wine Show 2022\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"Margaret River Wine Show 2022\"] \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Margaret River Wine Show 2023\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Queensland Wine\u003cspan\u003e Awards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Royal Queensland Wine Awards 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerth Royal Wine\u003cspan\u003e Awards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Awards 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNational Wine Show of Australia 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"silver\" title=\"National Wine Show of Australia 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSydney Royal Wine Show 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"silver\" title=\"Sydney Royal Wine Show 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWine Show of Western Australia 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"silver\" title=\"Wine Show of WA 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Queensland Wine\u003cspan\u003e Awards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"silver\" title=\"Royal Queensland Wine Awards 2024\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion 2024\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are stamped on the label, percentages unknown even if the latter adds lots of its positive attributes to the wine. A dark red\/inky hue laden with mulberries, plums, cassis and a baker’s cupboard full of spices with wafts of tobacco, menthol\/eucalyptus. Full bodied and densely packed with flavour and no shortage of structure or tannins. If you imagine being at a rave, this wine is the DJ mixing it right up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[points rating=\"95\" title=\"Halliday Wine Companion 2024\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRay Jordan Wine Guide 2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard to beat this classic Margaret River combination in a very good year. It's more towards medium bodied and so stylish and poised as it drives effortlessly to a long finish. Aromas of graphite and bay leaf reveal immediately with very subtle olive tapenade in the background. The fleshy Merlot fills the palate neatly while the Cabernet adds those firm angular tannins for structure and poise. Has a slightly chewy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[points rating=\"95\" title=\"Ray Jordan Wine Guide\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJames Suckling, November 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes of dark cherries and blackberries with hints of cocoa, licorice and bark. Medium-bodied with firm, chalky tannins and a spiced, red and dark fruit character. Structured and a little chewy at the end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[points rating=\"92\" title=\"James Suckling 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Evans \u0026 Tate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40718777581638,"sku":"0504CAM20D67","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1139\/8708\/files\/ET_RB_Estate_CabMerlot-3.jpg?v=1722210829"},{"product_id":"e-t-2021-redbrook-estate-cabernet-merlot","title":"2021 Redbrook Estate Cabernet Merlot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love this wine \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The 2021 vintage in Margaret River has produced a Redbrook wine with beautiful fragrances of rose petal, fresh blackberry, blood plums and bay. Refined notes of savoury spice and cedar adds lovely interest and complexity. The cooler 2021 vintage resulted in more Cabernet Sauvignon being utilized in the blend compared to the 2020 which ensured the wine has great drive and persistence of flavour whilst retaining the effortless and seamless nature on the palate expected from Redbrook.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSenior Winemaker Matt Bryne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecolour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant purple-red with bright red hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003earoma \u0026amp; palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage in Margaret River has produced a Redbrook wine with beautiful fragrances of rose petal, fresh blackberry, blood plums and bay. Refined notes of savoury spice and cedar adds lovely interest and complexity. The cooler 2021 vintage resulted in more Cabernet Sauvignon being utilized in the blend compared to the 2020 which ensured the wine has great drive and persistence of flavour whilst retaining the effortless and seamless nature on the palate expected from Redbrook. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecellaring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill show youthful, perfumed notes with fresh fruit flavours upon release. For those after additional complexity and softness, five or more years of bottle age is suggested. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Margaret River vintage was moderate and mild which has produced perfumed, full flavoured and elegantly structured Cabernet-based wines – something that Margaret River, and Redbrook is renowned for. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe early and mid part of the growing season up to and including November 2020 was mild with plenty of rainfall which set up the vines well for the comng ripening months. The start of the new year saw much needed dry and mild weather which facilitated ripening before early February saw some additional rainfall which slowed things and dialed up the potential for disease as the fruit started to accumulate sugar and flavour. Our vineyards had ideal canopies and crop loads coming into ripening from the work done during the growing season so faired brilliantly in these potentially challenging conditions. Dry, mild weather then followed which saw Cabernet Sauvignon, Franc and Merlot achieve full flavour with plush tannins and perfumed aromatics – all hallmarks of the 2021 vintage. A tropical rainfall event in mid-April was the line-in-the-sand for vintage to come to a close. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot parcels were all picked in April to make the most of the dry, mild ripening period following the February rain event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three varieties were harvested during the coolest part of the very early morning to achieve \u0026lt;10C fruit temperature so they could be cold soaked on skins for ~5 days prior to fermentation. The selectively harvested fruit was destemmed with any additional MOG (Material Other than Grapes) such as leaves being removed before the berries were transferred to small stainless steel static fermenters.  The Cabernet Sauvignon underwent partial wild fermentation before a select yeast culture was added at a low rate to finish fermentation which lasted 10 days. The Merlot and Cabernet Franc also underwent partial wild fermentation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage saw all three varieties pressed off skins just prior to dryness to achieve the desired structure and end blend style. The Franc and Merlot were matured separately in seasoned French oak puncheons (500L) with the Cabernet Sauvignon spending 12 months maturing in French oak hogsheads (300L) of which only ~10% were new (the balance 1-3yr French oak hogsheads). All batches were racked ~twice over the 12 month period and topped monthly to preserve freshness and fragrance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe 2021 Redbrook was blended earlier than the previous vintage before being bottled without filtration before further maturation in bottle prior to release. Our 2021 wine sees a higher than typical proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in the final blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eregion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargaret River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evarieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 83%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMerlot 14%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc 3%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eanalysis\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.49\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTA (Acidity): 6.28 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten Free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosemary-infused lamb shank casserole with soft polenta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSydney Royal Wine Show 2024\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"Sydney Royal Wine Show 2024\"] \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Sydney Royal Wine Show 2024\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Cabernet Dominant Blend Trophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNational Wine Show of Australia 2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"Margaret River Wine Show 2022\"] [badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Awards 2023\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCabernet Blends Trophy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[points rating=\"95\" title=\"Sydney Royal Wine Show 2024\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWine Show of Western Australia 2024\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Margaret River Wine Show 2023\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMargaret River Wine Show 2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Awards 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMargaret River Wine Show 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Awards 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerth Royal Wine\u003cspan\u003e Awards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Awards 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Adelaide Wine Show 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Queensland Wine Awards 2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Hobart Wine Show 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"silver\" title=\"Royal Hobart Wine Show 2023\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHalliday Wine Companion 2025\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant dark garnet-purple hue with atypical aromas and flavours so expect blackberries, mulberries and cassis dressed up with baking spices, fresh herbs and cedary oak. Lots of primary fruit across the fuller-bodied palate, no surprise given its youth with refreshing acidity and plentiful tannins...   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[points rating=\"92\" title=\"Halliday Wine Companion 2025\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evans \u0026 Tate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41764935434310,"sku":"0504CAM21D67","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1139\/8708\/files\/ET_RB_Estate_CabMerlot-3_04a0505a-0373-4970-bd51-a5b8b30d2c3c.jpg?v=1717051989"},{"product_id":"2022-redbrook-estate-cabernet-merlot","title":"2022 Redbrook Estate Cabernet Merlot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecolour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIntense purple-red with a vibrant red rim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003earoma \u0026amp; palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe excellent 2022 vintage in Margaret River has produced a hallmark Redbrook wine with its trademark fragrance, gentle but endless flavour and silken, plush texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRose petal, fresh blackberry, blood plums and bay mingle with refined notes of savoury spice and cedar to produce an experience that perfectly illustrates the artform of blending.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecellaring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill show youthful, perfumed notes with fresh fruit flavours upon release. For those after additional complexity and softness, five or more years of bottle age is suggested. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOur 2022 vintage was set up with excellent winter rainfall received over June, July and August in 2021 – very close to the long-term average of 556mm. This ensured the soil profile reached capacity and recharged dams in the vineyard. A mild spring followed with October having significantly higher rainfall than average and spring being cool and cloudy in general. Budburst was surprisingly even but late as a result with November flowering also happening under cool (but drier) conditions with some variability in fruit set and subsequent berry development as a result (~3 weeks later than typical).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDecember and January then provided extraordinarily dry and sunny conditions (a very warm period over Xmas) with no rainfall which saw vine maturity “catch up” to a harvest start of only around a week later than average. A strong Marri blossom helped preserve the quality of the vintage by distracting birds that would have otherwise been feasting on the ripening grapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eA cooler change in the night temperatures and a light rain event in late February after our Chardonnay had been picked was perfectly timed to refresh the vines and allow for an extended ripening period (“hang time”) and a flexible picking window for the red varieties to ensure full flavours developed and tannins were fine and ripe. All varietals achieved excellent quality and ripeness across the region with crop levels lower than 2021 to a more average volume which has further boosted the flavour and balance in the wines of 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOur Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot parcels were all picked in April 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAll three varieties were \u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eharvested during the coolest part of the very early morning to achieve \u0026lt;10°C fruit temperature so they could be cold soaked on skins for ~5 days prior to fermentation. The fuit was selectively harvested before being destemmed with any additional MOG (Material Other than Grapes) such as leaves being removed before the berries were transferred to small stainless steel fermenter. Each variety and vineyard Block was kept separate at all stages until the final blend was put together. The Cabernet Sauvignon underwent partial wild fermentation before a select yeast culture was added at a low rate to finish fermentation which lasted 10 days. The Merlot and Cabernet Franc also underwent partial wild fermentation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis vintage, the decision was made to press the Merlot and Franc off skins just prior to dryness (1-2 Be) to achieve the desired structure, perfume and end blend style. The Cabernet remained on skins post-ferment for a further 12 days. The Franc and Merlot were matured separately in previously used French oak puncheons (500L) with the Cabernet Sauvignon spending 15 months maturing in French oak hogsheads (300L) of which only ~10% were new (the balance 1-3yr French oak hogsheads). All batches were racked twice throughout their maturation period in barrel and topped monthly to preserve freshness and fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe 2022 Redbrook red blend was bottled without filtration before further maturation in bottle prior to release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e Our 2022 wine sees a return to a higher (22%+) proportion of Merlot in the final blend for which it is renowned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eregion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargaret River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evarieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 72%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMerlot 22%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc 6%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eanalysis\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.42\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTA (Acidity): 6.41 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten Free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosemary-infused lamb shank casserole with soft polenta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerth Royal Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Show 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNational Wine Show of Australia 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"NWSA 2025\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Blends Trophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Adelaide Wine Show 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2025\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerth Royal Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Perth Royal Wine Awards 2025\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargaret River Wine Show 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"Margaret River Wine Show 2025\"]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evans \u0026 Tate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43254747725894,"sku":"0504CAM22D67","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1139\/8708\/files\/ET_RB_Estate_CabMerlot-3_04a0505a-0373-4970-bd51-a5b8b30d2c3c.jpg?v=1717051989"},{"product_id":"2023-redbrook-estate-shiraz","title":"2023 Redbrook Estate Shiraz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecolour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInky purple-black with dense red rim. Youthful \u0026amp; vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003earoma \u0026amp; palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant floral notes coupled with mulberry and blood plum fruits are married with complex and textural savoury elements of fresh earth, peat and white pepper corns. The medium-bodied palate has extraordinary drive and length of flavour with vibrancy and purity of fruit being at the forefront of the style and a lovely, succulent chalky tannin. A rare wine from rare vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecellaring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeak drinking to 2027 onwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage in Margaret River started with the 2022 winter temperatures being cooler than the long-term average, which is fantastic for ensuring a sound dormancy for the vines to set them up for a strong growing season. There was markedly less than-average winter rain however but enough to re-charge dams and the soil profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMade from our vineyards in the Wilyabrup sub-region of Margaret River with the majority from our mature Redbrook vineyard planted in 1975. Hand-picked and cold soaked with a touch over 50% whole bunches included in the base of the ferment. Wild fermentation for the first ~20% of fermentation before being overseeded with yeast – for aromatic, flavour and textural complexity. The wine was then aged in seasoned large-format (500L) French oak puncheons for 10 months which preserves the perfumed, savoury and peppery aromatics that defines our unique style of Redbrook Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eregion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargaret River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evariety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShiraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eanalysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTA (Acidity): 6.41 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow cooked pork shoulder with fennel and rosemary roasted pumpkin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eMargaret River Wine Show 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"MRWS 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Shiraz\/Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eIWSC 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"IWSC 2025\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[split]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eRay Jordan, WA Wine Review 2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is such a good wine from these old vines on the Redbrook Vineyard, planted back in 1975. On the nose, there's some lifted florals, cocoa, dark chocolate, and spicy plum. It's a compelling weave of aromatics. The palate is quite sublime: plush and richly textured with a grainy, slightly gravelly tannin feel, but at the same time, it's seamlessly structured and greatly poised. This is a first-rate example of what can be achieved in Margaret River with shiraz. Cellar 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[points rating=\"96\" title=\"Ray Jordan 2026\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eIWSC 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[points rating=\"95\" title=\"IWSC 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evans \u0026 Tate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43755083104326,"sku":"0504SHZ23D67","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1139\/8708\/files\/ET-RB-Est-Shz-2_c7e1c883-940a-4487-9eff-343ef96bce7f.jpg?v=1756707423"},{"product_id":"2023-redbrook-estate-chardonnay","title":"2023 Redbrook Estate Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecolour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemarkable vibrancy and youthful condition – something that Evans \u0026amp; Tate Chardonnay wines are renowned for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003earoma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose displays aromas of orange blossom and ripe, vibrant stone fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry malt, fresh toast and struck match complexity from wild barrel fermentation on solids with citrus, toasted oatmeal and a touch of zesty lemon butter on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ecellaring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill continue to develop for at least five to ten years from vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage in Margaret River started with the 2022 winter temperatures being cooler than the long-term average, which is fantastic for ensuring a sound dormancy for the vines to set them up for a strong growing season. There was markedly less-than-average winter rain however but enough to re-charge dams and the soil profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit for this wine is of the Gin Gin clone which is renowned for producing powerful Chardonnay wines in Margaret River whilst retaining a beautiful acid line. When the decision was made to pick on 27 February 2023, the fruit was selectively hand picked over two days with the fruit then being cooled in a cold room to 8°C before loading the small press with the whole bunches. The fruit was then gently squeezed and the cool, turbid juice went directly into French oak barrels for wild fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eregion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargaret River \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003evariety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eanalysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity: 8.01 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaked red snapper with garlic and thyme butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eNational Wine Show of Australia 2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"NWSA 2026\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eWine Show of Western Australia 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"WSWA 2025\"][badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"WSWA 2025\"]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"WSWA 2025\"]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"trophy\" title=\"WSWA 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Wine of Show\u003cbr\u003eBest White Wine\u003cbr\u003eBest Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eNational Wine Show of Australia 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"NWSA 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eSydney Royal Wine Show 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"SRWS 2025\"]\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003ePerth Royal Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"PRWA 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eRoyal Adelaide Wine Show 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"RAWS 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eMelbourne Royal Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[badge rating=\"gold\" title=\"MRWA 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[split]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ctaBox-title\"\u003eRay Jordan, WA Wine Review 2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready showing a degree of complexity with that merging of stone fruit, pear, and lime, with some slightly nutty roasted cashew-like characters on the nose. On the palate, there's a rich concentration of fruit with layered complexity coming from the wild ferment and time in French oak. It's textured and crisp, but there is a dry, savoury minerality which gives it lift and life through to a long finish. First-rate wine. Cellar 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e[points rating=\"97\" title=\"Ray Jordan 2025\"]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evans \u0026 Tate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44033009451078,"sku":"0504CHA23D67","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1139\/8708\/files\/ET_Redbrook_Estate_Chardonnay_NEW_5debf2e0-49bd-4833-ac7b-c7f1714fecfb.jpg?v=1694130765"}],"url":"https:\/\/fogartyhall.wine\/collections\/redbrook-estate.oembed","provider":"Fogarty Hall Fine Wine Estates","version":"1.0","type":"link"}