A punchy Tempranillo that’s bold with cherry cola and sarsaparilla, and has a tight tannin that’s grainy in the best way! Perfect after a heatwave when the weather’s all stormy and you’re on the couch streaming and eating some cheesy chorizo croquettes.

Martin Berdugo Barrica Tempranillo 2020

Ripe red fruits, red liquorice and earthy spice, and a lovely show of dusty tannins. The Mountain Project was founded as a way to reinvigorate and preserve the ancient vineyards, and the communities, of the Sierra de Gredos and Sierra de Gata, as their custodians were facing uncertain futures.

Península Vinicultores Viñedos Viejos Vino de Montaña 2018

Dark cherry and liquorice notes galore give this wine a plummy, soft finish that is effortlessly easy to drink.

Merinas Tempranillo Syrah 2020

A big, fun number that should be served while you're standing around waiting for the lamb to be done. Comes with jammy notes and some cola nut tannin, plus old-world savouriness that rounds out the wine by introducing scrubby herbs which can only be a byproduct of terroir. Buy a second bottle if you're slow roasting with friends, and remember... if you're lookin, you ain't cookin.

Bodegas Más Que Vinos Los Conejos Malditos Tempranillo 2020

The perfect mid-week tipple does exist! Light, expressive red berries, cherry cola and soft tannins.

Navarro Lopez Tierracalar Joven Tempranillo 2019

We can never have enough wallet-friendly and delicious food wines, and this little organic and vegan-friendly number hits this category for six! Hailing from central Spain, this is a blend of Airén and Viura - two varieties seldom seen here in Australia, yet the former happens to be Spain's most widely planted variety. Pear, citrus blossom and a little lemon curd richness with a lick of zest acidity keeping things fresh.

Bodegas Fontana Merinas Airén Viura 2020

Made from a blend of Gewürztraminer and Muscat hailing from Central Spain, undergoing six months of skin maceration. There's a lovely savoury tea leaf phenolic edge that helps to tame these highly aromatic varieties, along with some varietal sandalwood and exotic florals. This is a perfect fit for those looking to delve into the more savoury side of skin contact wine!