The Details: A vibrant, expressive Spanish red that brings the warmth and traditional spice of Rioja straight to your table.
Price: $12 Glass / $44 Bottle
The Build:
- The Base: 100% Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain.
- The Color: Cherry red with brilliant ruby highlights.
- The Aromatics: A pronounced intensity of bright red fruit layered with sweet vanilla.
- The Palate: Smooth and elegant with a lively balance of berries, wood, and spice.
The Craft: The Spirit of Rioja
Campo Viejo is an iconic producer in Spain’s legendary Rioja region. This Tempranillo is crafted to showcase the grape’s natural vibrancy. Following a careful fermentation in stainless steel to lock in the bright cherry and plum flavors, the wine is aged in American oak casks. This wood contact introduces elegant notes of vanilla, sweet spices, and soft, integrated tannins that seamlessly round out the bold red fruit character.
The Point Nine Experience: A Tapas-Style Feast
The lively acidity and expressive spice of the Tempranillo make it an incredible pairing wine. The bright fruit and classic oak character cut right through savory fats and spices, cleansing the palate between bites. It’s an elegant, worldly addition to an evening of sharing small plates with friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Tempranillo taste like? Tempranillo is a medium-to-full-bodied wine known for its bright red fruit characteristics (like cherry and plum) combined with earthier, spicy notes of vanilla and leather from oak aging.
- How does this compare to a Cabernet? It is generally more fruit-forward with higher natural acidity and smoother, softer tannins than a traditional Cabernet, making it taste exceptionally lively and juicy.
- Is it a dry wine? Yes, it is a dry red wine with a clean, beautifully spiced finish.