Tasting Notes
- Medium red colour with a little purple.
- Fragrant nose, with violets, red berries and leafy overtones.
- Medium body.
- Elegant berry flavours, finishing with a fine tannin grip.
Meet "The Early One". Tempranillo takes its name from the Spanish word temprano, meaning early, because it ripens before every other red in the vineyard. The grape behind Rioja finds a fresh Australian voice in our Southern Highlands Tempranillo: medium bodied, food first and made for the table.
The Tempranillo was harvested at optimal ripeness, living up to its name as the first red off the vine, to capture the variety's bright fruit and natural spice.
This wine follows in the footsteps of our Gold Medal-winning 2021 Tempranillo, recognised in Tokyo at the Sakura Wine Awards alongside wines from Rioja and Bordeaux.
Crafted to let the variety speak for itself. The just-right red for those who find Shiraz too big and Pinot too light.
Previous vintage: 2021 Tempranillo (sold out), Gold Medal, Sakura Wine Awards, Tokyo, recognised alongside wines from Rioja and Bordeaux
Tempranillo is one of the most naturally food-friendly red wines you will encounter. Its soft tannins and savoury spice make it the ultimate table wine, at home with everything from casual share plates to a long Sunday lunch.
Tapas and Share Plates: jamón, chorizo, patatas bravas, marinated olives, Manchego
Charcuterie: cured meats, terrines, aged cheddar, quince paste
From the Grill: steak, lamb cutlets, pork ribs, chargrilled vegetables
Slow Cooked: braised lamb shoulder, beef cheeks, oxtail ragu
Casual Classics: wood-fired pizza, mushroom risotto, burgers
Serve at 16 to 18 degrees in a medium-sized red wine glass. A short decant will open up its plum fruit and savoury spice. Enjoyable now and will continue to reward through 2030.
The 2022 Tempranillo is currently featured in our Tasting Room with Mushroom and sage arancini, sauteed local oyster mushrooms, aioli and parmesan.
Purchase a case of wine and receive a 10% discount (includes mixed varietals) at the checkout.
Our first Pinot Grigio, made for the warmer days. Fresh, clean and effortlessly drinkable, this single vineyard expression captures the bright citrus and orchard fruit that make Pinot Grigio such a favourite at the table. The name means “grey pinot”, a nod to the grape’s greyish-blue skin, and the variety began as a natural colour variation of Pinot Noir.
Grown at altitude in the cool-climate Southern Highlands, our vines sit 750 metres above sea level at Canyonleigh. Slow ripening and cool nights preserve natural acidity, giving this wine its brightness, freshness and drive.
An approachable, drink-now style, made to be enjoyed young while its citrus and honeysuckle aromatics are at their most vibrant.
Pinot Grigio is a natural partner for fresh, light food. Its crisp acidity and citrus lift cleanse the palate and brighten delicate flavours, making it an easy choice for everything from seafood to summer salads.
Seafood: Lemon and garlic prawns, pan-seared fish with herbs, freshly shucked oysters, salt and pepper calamari
Salads and Vegetables: Fresh garden salads, fetta with citrus, grilled asparagus, zucchini and pea
Light Mains: Lemon roast chicken, pan-seared barramundi, risotto primavera, lemon and chilli linguine
Antipasto: Prosciutto and melon, marinated olives, bruschetta, grilled zucchini
Cheese: Fresh ricotta, fetta, young goat’s cheese, mild mozzarella
Serve chilled at 8 to 10 degrees in a medium-sized white wine glass. Best enjoyed young and fresh, while its citrus and honeysuckle aromatics are at their most vibrant.
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A silky, savoury Pinot Noir from the grape that thrives in cool, high places. Grown on our single vineyard at PepperGreen Estate, this wine is light to medium bodied, elegant and made for the table.
Our vines grow in the cool-climate Southern Highlands at Canyonleigh, 750 metres above sea level. Long, slow ripening preserves Pinot Noir’s delicate perfume and fine structure, while cool nights lock in freshness.
Pale garnet in the glass and gentle in style, it drinks beautifully with a slight chill. A versatile red that suits a weeknight dinner as well as a long weekend lunch.
Pinot Noir is one of the most food-friendly reds, with enough savoury depth for earthy dishes and enough lightness not to overwhelm delicate ones. It is a natural match for mushrooms, poultry and anything cooked with herbs.
Mushrooms and Risotto: Field mushroom risotto, mushroom and Gruyère tart, wild mushroom pappardelle, mushroom and thyme pasta
Poultry: Roast chicken with thyme, duck breast with cherry sauce, quail, roast turkey
Light Mains: Pan-seared salmon or ocean trout, herb-crusted pork fillet, lamb cutlets
Antipasto: Prosciutto and charcuterie, roasted beetroot, marinated mushrooms, grilled eggplant
Cheese: Brie, camembert, Gruyère, mild washed-rind cheeses
Serve lightly chilled at 14 to 16 degrees in a large-bowled red wine glass. Best enjoyed with a slight chill, which keeps its cherry fruit and herbal spice fresh and lively.
Purchase a case of wine and receive a 10% discount (includes mixed varietals) at checkout.