2025 Tempranillo, McLaren Vale, South Australia
Befitting to our Mediterranean climate, Tempranillo exudes silky texture and a delicious juxtaposition of floral and savoury vibes.
The 2007 Tempranillo was the first release of this single vineyard wine, with only 100 dozen cases made. We’ve been trialing a number of different grape varieties that perform well in warmer climates and use less water. At this stage, Tempranillo shows great promise for the region. Being a lighter style, the wine is approachable and soft with attractive aromatics.
Organic/Biodynamic
3.82
5.07
1.6
Vintage 2025 was one for the record book: warm, dry, and fast-moving. It was the driest growing season McLaren Vale has seen since 2003, with around 120-200 mm less rainfall than the previous two vintages. A warm and early spring encouraged even bud burst and flowering, while a stable summer delivered ideal ripening conditions without any extreme heat spikes. With little disease pressure fruit quality was exceptionally clean. The dry conditions led to one of the most compressed vintages in recent memory, with nearly all vineyards picked within a six-week window between early February and mid-March. Overall, the 2025 season produced expressive, balanced wines with plenty of brightness and structure—reflecting both the heat of the season and the resilience of our organically and biodynamically farmed vines.
Landcross (bush vines), Jones Block and Hilltop Vineyard
Deep purple
The 2025 Tempranillo enchants with a wild and aromatic bouquet. Notes of wild medicinal herbs mingle with the sweet allure of blueberry gelato and juicy fresh white nectarine. Sarsaparilla adds a hint of intrigue, while the scent of a fresh lush green garden after rain evokes a sense of vitality and freshness. It's like stepping into a secret garden, each scent a tantalizing invitation to explore further.
After a smooth entry, this wine unveils a lush and inviting mid-palate, offering a sensation of generosity and roundness. Soft, grainy tannins add texture without overwhelming, creating a velvety mouthfeel. It's like savouring bites of ripe, fleshy fruit. Each sip evokes the feeling of indulgence and satisfaction, with a lingering finish that leaves you longing for another taste of its captivating charm.
GOOD: Immediately. BETTER: Winter 2027. BEST: 2028-2030
So versatile. Tapas, roasted vegetables and Mexican food such as nachos, burritos and any dish with corn as a major ingredient. And for a surprising wine-food-match recipe, try parmesan crusted snapper, orange pearls and fennel puree – amazing!
The grapes in each individual vineyard are tasted over and over again until reaching perfect plumpness. Each vineyard block is fermented separately in small open top fermenters and painstakingly hand plunged for around 14 days until the sugars are completely dry. Racked into older French oak barriques and puncheons to rest for the next eight months before blending and bottling for your enjoyment.
Ashleigh Seymour
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South Australia 5171
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