Amid the flurry for Italian varieties in this part of the world, Tempranillo has been rather lost in the conversation. Yes, there are a good number of examples of Tempranillo from Australia, both as a single varietal and as a blend. However, Tempranillo doesn’t seem to be as ‘on trend’ as the likes of Nebbiolo and Sangiovese.
Former Ulithorne winemaker Rose Kentish has fashioned a delicious wine from McLaren Vale, blending two of the region’s cornerstone varieties, Shiraz and Mourvedre, with Tempranillo. The result is a wine that is composed and savoury, a touch of Spain in South Australia. In terms of sheer drinkability, it has plenty to offer. At a mere $25 per bottle, it delivers excellent value for money.
2015 ROSE KENTISH SHIRAZ TEMPRANILLO MOURVEDRE
Producer: Rose Kentish
Variety: Tempranillo et al
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $25.00
Date tasted: 15 September 2017
Tasting Note:
Deep plum red. Bright nose of sarsaparilla, cola, blood plum and cherry. Hints of tar. Dry, medium bodied, well judged extract. The Tempranillo really comes through, lending the wine a distinctive savoury quality. Lovely balance all round. Real Iberian feel to the wine. Good drinking. Excellent value.
Score: 16.5+/20
Former Ulithorne winemaker Rose Kentish has fashioned a delicious wine from McLaren Vale, blending two of the region’s cornerstone varieties, Shiraz and Mourvedre, with Tempranillo. The result is a wine that is composed and savoury, a touch of Spain in South Australia. In terms of sheer drinkability, it has plenty to offer. At a mere $25 per bottle, it delivers excellent value for money.
2015 ROSE KENTISH SHIRAZ TEMPRANILLO MOURVEDREProducer: Rose Kentish
Variety: Tempranillo et al
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $25.00
Date tasted: 15 September 2017
Tasting Note:
Deep plum red. Bright nose of sarsaparilla, cola, blood plum and cherry. Hints of tar. Dry, medium bodied, well judged extract. The Tempranillo really comes through, lending the wine a distinctive savoury quality. Lovely balance all round. Real Iberian feel to the wine. Good drinking. Excellent value.
Score: 16.5+/20
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