Tempranillo

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The Tempranillo grape is the most important grape varietal in Spain's Rioja wines.this varietal gives us a taste suited from the full bodied lover to medium bodied wine lovers. Tempranillo wines are characterised by  flavors of strawberry , plum and  often contains the earthy flavor.

The types of this wine :-
1. Crianza –a fresh youthful fruit which is aged in oak barrel for a year or more.and then is allowed to spend another year in bottles for aging.It offers a consistent value throughtout the year and is an easy going wine
2. Reserva is a very versatile red wine that eagerly complements an assortment of food options. Consider pairing it with grilled dishes, fish, beef, lamb and it’s made for ham (or jamón as the say in Spain).
3. he Gran Reserva boasts both depth and body, intrigue without pretense and elegance without breaking the bank, as it starts at around $20 a bottle and rivals many New World reds that are asking triple the price.

Region

well placed between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean ocean, the Rioja region claims the maximum production of red wines from the Tempranillo grape over and above growing and utilizing Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano – which are seldom used for blending with Tempranillo .With both the Cantabria and Demanda mountain ranges adding together physical protection and the river Ebro meandering through the region provides both moisture and creating an assortment of microclimates within the area, this region is truly set up for winemaking sensation.

Ribera del Duero Spanish Wine Region is another major red wine producing region of Spain .it continues to gain acknowledgment for its lively red wines, made mainly from the Tempranillo grape. The region is situated north of Madrid, but south of Rioja.It has a climate marked by intensity and extremeities.The grapes characteristically had to fight against a myriad of climate conditions to bear a bold bottle of red wine.
Food Pairings

Tempranillo wines are perhaps one of the most food friendly wines around. They offer versatility and value - without forsaking flavor and lift. Consider pairing them with their hometown favorites - tapas, pork, grilled or roasted entrees.