Mayer Tempranillo Yarra Valley
Vibrant ruby-red color with aromas of cherries, strawberries, and blackberries, with subtle notes of dried herbs and spices. The wine offers flavors of juicy red fruit with hints of tobacco. Timo Mayer grew up in Germany, where his family have been making wine for over 400 years. He moved to Australia where he studied winemaking before making his way to the Yarra Valley and establishing Mayer Wines in 2000. He’s recently started experimenting with new grape varieties and continues to lead the charge for complex wines that reflect the Yarra Valley’s cool climate.
Grape Varietal: Tempranillo
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Australia
Region: Victoria
Appellation: Yarra Valley
Grape Profile: The Tempranillo grape is the "noble grape of Spain.” It is celebrated for producing wines with deep ruby color, rich fruit flavors of dark berries, with leather, and spice notes. Elegant structure with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and excellent aging potential.
Region Profile: The Yarra Valley, located in Victoria, is renowned for its cool-climate viticulture and diverse soils. Known primarily for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the region also excels with innovative expressions of other varietals like Tempranillo, which showcase its versatility.
Pair with: Grilled lamb, roasted pork, or a hearty beef stew. Spanish-inspired tapas with traditional spices like cumin and saffron. Tomato-based pastas. Aged cheeses like Manchego. Roasted Vegetables.
