Mr Riggs Tempranillo
Probably the largest planted grape in all of Spain, Tempranillo has only a select representation in Australia; Adelaide Hills prefectly suited to showcase this variety. Fragrant, lifted wines encompassing the dark cherry spectrum with approachable tannins. It’s a supple grape variety with mass appeal.
Mr Riggs Tempranillo 2004 [Adelaide Hills] South Australia 14.5%
‘Not peering too deeply into this wine, it’s upfront with a reasonable array of cherry, leather and sweet spice. This wine belongs to the Yucca Paddock, a single vineyard wine concocted by Ben Riggs and Co. Fruitful and generous, the mouth feel is not too big but ample fruit and hints of menthol; finely complementing the mince and mushroom Gözleme later devoured.’
Tags: 2004, Adelaide Hills, General, Tempranillo, Turkish
February 25th, 2010 at 5:56 am
Yes TT tempranillo is a great variety in Australia and some of the best comed from the Adelaide Hills. However you and your readers may be surprised to know just how widespread the variety has become in Australia over the past decade or so. It is now used by over 200 wineries and you can see a list of them at http://www.vinodiversity.com/tempranillo.html