Tempranillo
Found mainly in Spain and Portugal where it is one of the dominant varietals, this forms the backbone of many of Spain’s reds, including those of Rioja, its best-known wine region.
Flavor Descriptors
Tempranillo usually offers flavors of dusty black fruits, mild berries (from strawberry to blueberry), tobacco, and a musky, earthy spiciness. Extended oak aging (several years is not uncommon for traditional Rioja) can affect the end flavors immensely with notes of vanilla, oak, cedar, toast, and dried fruits.
Food Pairings
Young and un-oaked
Tapas, Spanish tortilla, ham, salmon.
Traditional
Slow-cooked or smoked pork, chicken with mushroom gravy, beef stews.
Modern
Steak, grilled lamb, spicy sausages.
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