{"title":"Tempranillo","description":"\u003cp\u003eTempranillo is Spain's noble red grape, the backbone of its most celebrated wines and one of the great food reds anywhere. Expect savoury, medium to full-bodied bottles built on red cherry, dried fig, leather and tobacco, with moderate acidity and a real affinity for time in oak. It is the grape behind Rioja and Ribera del Duero, and it turns up under a different name in nearly every corner of Iberia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRioja and Ribera del Duero, Tempranillo's two heartlands\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Rioja the grape is usually blended with a little Garnacha and Graciano and sold by ageing: Crianza for everyday drinking, then Reserva and Gran Reserva for the longest-lived, most complex wines. The classic style leans on American oak for its sweet vanilla and dill, while modern producers favour tighter French oak and fresher fruit. Head south to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribera-del-duero\"\u003eRibera del Duero\u003c\/a\u003e, where the same grape is called Tinto Fino and gives darker, bolder, more tannic reds, with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dominio-de-pingus\"\u003eDominio de Pingus\u003c\/a\u003e among its cult names. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rioja\"\u003eRioja\u003c\/a\u003e range or explore all of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spain\"\u003eSpain\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOne grape, many names across Spain and Portugal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempranillo travels well and changes its name as it goes. It is Tinto Fino or Tinta del Pais in Ribera del Duero, Tinta de Toro in the hot, high vineyards of Toro, where it makes dense, powerful reds, and Cencibel in central Spain. Cross into Portugal and it becomes Tinta Roriz in the Douro, where it strengthens both port and dry reds, and Aragonez in the warm Alentejo. If you enjoy that savoury, oak-framed character, our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/portugal\"\u003ePortuguese reds\u003c\/a\u003e are a natural next step, as is the wider world of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-wine\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTempranillo FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food pairs with Tempranillo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLamb is the classic match, from roast leg to chops, as the wine's tannin and savoury fruit love the richness. Manchego, chorizo and other cured Spanish flavours work beautifully too, and a Reserva is happy alongside roast beef or aged cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Tempranillo taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink red cherry and dried fig with leather, tobacco and a savoury, earthy edge. Oak ageing adds vanilla, coconut or baking spice depending on the barrel, and the moderate acidity keeps it fresh at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink it young or cellar it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Crianza or a young Ribera del Duero is lovely now. A good Reserva or Gran Reserva from Rioja can improve for a decade or more, so it pays to keep a few bottles back.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dominio-de-pingus-flor-de-pingus-2009-magnum","title":"Dominio de Pingus Flor de Pingus 2009 Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eDominio de Pingus Flor de Pingus 2009 Magnum is a striking Tempranillo from one of Spain’s most celebrated modern producers, offering impressive depth, finesse, and value relative to its flagship sibling. Sourced from mature vines near the legendary Barrosso and San Cristóbal parcels, it captures much of the character and prestige of Pingus in a more accessible style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a deep, polished ruby colour with the kind of concentration you’d expect from old-vine Tempranillo. The nose opens with ripe plum, violet, wild herbs, and warm spice, layered with subtle notes from French oak and a mineral, slightly saline edge.\n\nThe palate is powerful and generously fruited, yet not overly heavy, with dark plum, spice, and floral tones supported by a fresh, earthy core. Fine-grained tannins sit quietly in the background, while the wine’s underlying acidity and salty minerality give it lift and balance. The 2009 vintage is already expressive, but the magnum format suggests it will continue to develop gracefully over the next decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlor de Pingus is made from fruit grown on partly leased vineyards close to the Barrosso and San Cristóbal parcels in Castilla y León, where vines averaging around 60 years old send roots deep into the subsoil. This old-vine material contributes concentration and mineral complexity, while the well-established root systems help the vines withstand the dry summer months.\n\nWinemaking follows Peter Sisseck’s careful, natural-leaning approach, with some whole-cluster fruit included and fermentation taking place in 2,000-litre oak vats. The wine aged for 14 months in a combination of about 30% new French oak and previously used barrels, then was bottled in June 2020 without fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a superb match for roasted lamb, grilled ribeye, game, or slow-cooked Iberian dishes such as suckling pig. It also pairs well with aged Manchego and other firm, nutty cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C, and consider decanting for at least an hour to allow the aromas and texture to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDominio de Pingus, founded by Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck, has become one of Spain’s most influential cult wineries and a benchmark for modern Ribera-style Tempranillo. 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While already expressive, the wine has the structure and concentration to age gracefully for several more years, especially in magnum format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit comes from partially leased vineyards close to the Barrosso and San Cristóbal plots that also supply Pingus, with vines averaging around 60 years of age. These deep-rooted Tempranillo vines thrive in Castilla y León’s dry conditions, drawing mineral character from the subsoil and retaining balance through the summer months. Fermentation takes place with a proportion of whole clusters in lightly crushed grapes, using 2,000-liter oak vats and a largely natural approach. 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Sourced from older vineyards near the legendary Barrosso and San Cristóbal parcels in Castilla León, it reflects Peter Sisseck’s signature style: precision, concentration, and a strong sense of place. In magnum format, this 2005 vintage is especially attractive for collectors and for those looking to enjoy a wine with extra aging grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a deep, vibrant ruby color with plenty of intensity, though it is not as opaque or brooding as earlier, darker vintages. The bouquet opens with ripe plum, violet, and wild herbs, layered with warm spice, subtle smoke, and finely judged oak influence. On the palate, it is full-bodied and powerful, yet carried by a fresh, saline mineral core that keeps the wine focused and elegant.\n\nThe texture is generous and broad, but the tannins remain well integrated, moving quietly in the background rather than dominating. 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Subtler layers of dried herbs, graphite, licorice and a touch of violet add further nuance.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied and structured yet surprisingly vibrant, with a ripe, dark fruit profile supported by fresh acidity and fine-grained, persistent tannins. Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and black cherry are interwoven with hints of tobacco leaf, clove, mocha and a faint mineral edge. The finish is long, mouthcoating and precise, showing both power and finesse. 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True to Lopez de Heredia’s time‑honored methods, the wine underwent a traditional vinification and was then aged for an extended six years in well‑seasoned American oak barrels, with regular rackings by hand and minimal intervention. It was bottled without aggressive filtration, preserving its authentic, old‑world character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis classic Rioja Reserva is a natural partner for roasted or grilled lamb, slow‑cooked beef dishes, and game birds, as well as Spanish staples like jamón ibérico, chorizo, and hearty tapas. It also shines with mushroom dishes, aged Manchego or other firm cheeses, and rustic stews featuring beans or lentils. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity. 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The Tempranillo grapes are typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to ensure careful selection in the vineyard. In the cellar, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks to preserve the purity of fruit before the wine is aged—traditionally in oak barrels—to build structure, soften tannins and add subtle notes of spice and toast, resulting in a refined, terroir-driven expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePago del Conde 2014 is a natural companion to hearty, flavourful dishes. It pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted lamb, Iberico pork, beef ribeye, game birds and slow-braised stews such as ossobuco or Spanish-style rabo de toro. It also works wonderfully with cured meats, semi-cured Manchego, aged hard cheeses and dishes featuring mushrooms, roasted peppers or smoky paprika. Serve at 16–18 °C, allowing the wine to warm gently in the glass. 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It is crafted in small quantities, with meticulous attention to grape selection and gentle handling in the cellar to preserve purity and structure.\n\nThe unique selling point of Valdepila lies in its combination of 30-year-old Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) vines, dry-farmed at around 850 metres, and a low-intervention, detail-driven vinification. The heterogeneous, poor soils of limestone, sand and clay, along with the marked diurnal temperature swings, give the wine both concentration and lifted aromatics. While Ribera del Duero is a relatively young DO compared to some Spanish regions, wines like Milénico Valdepila highlight the evolution from robust, rustic reds to nuanced, terroir-focused expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Milénico Valdepila appears deep ruby with a garnet rim, showing slight evolution but retaining a vibrant core. The colour hints at both concentration and a degree of bottle age, with good clarity and viscosity.\n\nOn the nose, expect dark berry fruits such as blackberry and black cherry, layered with plum compote, dried herbs and subtle floral notes. Underneath sit nuances of graphite, licorice, tobacco leaf and a gentle, well-integrated oak spice—think cedar, cocoa and a touch of vanilla—shaped by time in barrel and several years in bottle.\n\nThe palate is structured yet polished, with ripe but firm tannins and a spine of refreshing acidity typical of high-altitude Tempranillo. Flavours echo the nose: juicy black fruits, red currant, hints of balsamic, savoury spice and mineral tones coming from the limestone-rich soils. The medium to full body is balanced rather than heavy, with a long, persistent finish that carries notes of dark fruit, spice and a faint, stony salinity.\n\nWith the 2015 vintage already showing some tertiary complexity, the wine is drinking beautifully now but still has the structure to age further. Properly cellared, it should continue to develop for several more years, gaining more leather, truffle and dried fruit nuances while maintaining its core freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Valdepila vineyard sits in a small valley descending from the plateau at around 900 metres down towards the Duero River, with Milénico’s parcels located at an average of 850 metres in San Martín de Rubiales, about 160 km north of Madrid. The vines are roughly 30 years old and are rooted in a poor, heterogeneous mix of limestone, sand and clay. This combination of altitude, varied soils and dry-farming—no artificial irrigation is used—forces the roots to dig deep for water in the hot, dry climate, naturally limiting yields and concentrating flavour in the grapes.\n\nHarvesting is done selectively by hand, allowing only fully ripe, healthy Tempranillo (Tinto Fino) clusters to be picked. Once at the winery, the grapes undergo a second careful selection to ensure pristine fruit. The must is cooled to about 5 °C for a week-long cold maceration before fermentation, extracting colour and aromatics gently without excessive tannin. Fermentation then proceeds at the natural cellar temperature of around 20 °C, a relatively moderate regime that helps preserve freshness and aromatic complexity. 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Crafted by Bodega y Viñedos Milénico as their higher-tier cuvée, this wine is deliberately released with some bottle age to showcase its evolving complexity. It’s a thoughtful choice for drinkers who enjoy powerful Ribera del Duero reds with the structure to mature gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Milénico shows a deep, almost opaque purplish ruby hue, with slow, dense legs that hint at its extract and concentration. The nose is intense and layered: ripe morello cherries and dried fruit are wrapped in aromas of brownie batter and cocoa, sweet pipe tobacco, and a subtle note of Earl Grey tea. Savory nuances of black olive and smoky bacon emerge with air, underscoring its complexity.\n\nOn the palate, this is a full-bodied, richly textured Ribera with impressive depth. The twelve months in small oak barrels have polished the tannins into a fine, velvety sheath that coats the mouth like cool satin. Dark cherry and plum fruit sit at the core, supported by notes of dried fig, baking chocolate, tobacco leaf, and a faint hint of black tea and spice. A firm mineral backbone and fresh acidity keep the wine lively and balanced, promising several more years of positive development. While already enjoyable, this 2015 has clear aging potential and should evolve beautifully over the next 5–10 years, gaining even more nuance and tertiary complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilénico MILÉNICO hails from high-altitude vineyards in Ribera del Duero, where Tempranillo (known locally as Tinto Fino) thrives on poor, stony soils with limestone and clay that naturally limit yields and intensify flavor. The continental climate, marked by hot days and cool nights, helps preserve acidity and aromatics in the grapes. Harvest is typically carried out by hand to ensure careful selection and optimal ripeness at the vineyard. In the cellar, the wine is vinified in a traditional yet precise manner: gentle extraction during fermentation to capture color, aroma, and fine tannins without harshness, followed by twelve months of maturation in small oak barrels. This barrel aging, combined with further bottle rest, allows the wine’s fruit, spice, and mineral elements to knit together into a harmonious whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis structured Ribera del Duero is a natural partner for richly flavored dishes. Think grilled or roasted lamb, Iberian pork, beef short ribs, game meats, or slow-cooked stews, as well as charcuterie and aged hard cheeses like Manchego or Comté. 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