Spicewood Vineyards

Texas Hill Country Tempranillo

9.316 ratings
9.14 pro ratings
Texas Hill Country, Texas, USA
Tempranillo
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Brad Dixon

This wine has a long way to go. I may be a little biased but once it opens up a little it's a fantastic young Tempranillo.

This wine has a long way to go. I may be a little biased but once it opens up a little it's a fantastic young Tempranillo.

1 person found it helpfulSep 1st, 2016
Randy Fuller

This wine is deep ruby in color with just a little light getting through the glass. The nose is pretty and flowery and fruity at first, but Mr. Savory sneaks in after it opens up a bit. Right at the top of the glass are smoky, leathery spices and earth. The palate is full of black and blue berries with a layer of minerals over them. The earthy component lasts well into the finish.

This wine is deep ruby in color with just a little light getting through the glass. The nose is pretty and flowery and fruity at first, but Mr. Savory sneaks in after it opens up a bit. Right at the top of the glass are smoky, leathery spices and earth. The palate is full of black and blue berries with a layer of minerals over them. The earthy component lasts well into the finish.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 4th, 2016
Ron Yates

Still tasting great.

Still tasting great.

May 11th, 2015
Ron Yates

I love it because we made it. Cherry and cocoa powder dominate with some nice toasty oak in the finish! Drink now or hold for a few years.

I love it because we made it. Cherry and cocoa powder dominate with some nice toasty oak in the finish! Drink now or hold for a few years.

Jan 7th, 2015
Mike Allas

Nice nose and solid body-finish

Nice nose and solid body-finish

Mar 6th, 2018
Beau Baker

Pulled this beaut out to have with some chili on a cold night. Perfect pairing, still my favorite bottle of Texas Tempranillo.

Pulled this beaut out to have with some chili on a cold night. Perfect pairing, still my favorite bottle of Texas Tempranillo.

Dec 8th, 2017
Cheryl

Great little wine, very little if any tannins. Well balanced, no need for food. Dark cherry notes

Great little wine, very little if any tannins. Well balanced, no need for food. Dark cherry notes

May 1st, 2017
Elizabeth Greenwood

This wine was the first time I recognized tannins and realized I could enjoy that flavor.

This wine was the first time I recognized tannins and realized I could enjoy that flavor.

Jan 10th, 2016
Beau Baker

Don't let the Texas fool you. Ron Yates and the team at Spicewood nail it with this one. I'd throw it up against any Rioja, including Remelluri.

Don't let the Texas fool you. Ron Yates and the team at Spicewood nail it with this one. I'd throw it up against any Rioja, including Remelluri.

Jun 28th, 2014
Michael Brewer

Good!!!

Good!!!

Sep 21st, 2013