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    Tempranillo
    Red Grape

    Tempranillo

    tem-prah-NEE-yoh/ˌtɛmprəˈniːjoʊ/

    Spain's signature red grape, Tempranillo produces elegant wines with cherry and leather notes. Extended oak aging in American barrels gives it distinctive vanilla and dill characteristics.

    Serving Temp

    16-18°C (60-65°F)

    Aging Potential

    5-25 years for Gran Reserva

    Glass Type

    Standard red wine glass

    Color

    Deep ruby to garnet with orange-brown edges when aged

    Flavor Profile

    FlavorProfile
    Primary
    Secondary
    Tertiary

    Signature Aromas

    Red Fruits
    Leather
    Tobacco
    Vanilla
    Dried Herbs

    Origin

    Rioja

    Spain

    Characteristics

    Body4/5
    LightFull
    Acidity3/5
    LowHigh
    Tannins4/5
    SoftFirm
    Sweetness1/5
    DrySweet

    Top Wine Regions

    • RiojaSpain
    • Ribera del DueroSpain
    • ToroSpain

    Food Pairings

    Lamb
    Paella
    Manchego Cheese
    Chorizo
    Roast Pork

    History & Origins

    Cultivated in Spain for over 2,000 years, Tempranillo is the backbone of Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Its name refers to its early ripening nature.

    Famous Wines

    Vega Sicilia Único

    Vega Sicilia

    Ribera del Duero

    Did You Know?

    • •Spain's most noble grape
    • •Name means 'little early one'
    • •Can be called Tinto Fino or Tinta del País

    Similar Varietals

    Sangiovese
    Grenache
    Mourvèdre

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