Lobethal Road Tempranillo

Lobethal Road Tempranillo 2025 from Lobethal Road Wines in the Adelaide Hills is a cool‑climate take on this Spanish classic – bright, medium‑bodied and savoury, with plenty of red‑fruit charm and gentle spice. Grown at around 475 metres above sea level, it typically shows juicy red cherry and plum with a touch of blackberry, dried herbs and a subtle earthy note, carried on a fresh, finely structured palate that feels more refined than heavy. Expect a nicely balanced style that sits closer to “food‑friendly bistro red” than big, rustic Rioja.

In the glass, Lobethal Road Tempranillo tends to offer lifted red‑berry and cherry aromatics, a little spice and faint mocha or cedar from time in older oak, all wrapped in medium‑weight, silky tannins. The 2025 vintage from this high‑altitude site should bring good natural acidity and clarity of fruit, making it easy to drink now with the stuffing to hold a few years in bottle. It’s an excellent option if you want a Tempranillo that feels fresh and modern rather than jammy or over‑oaked.

On the table, Lobethal Road Tempranillo 2025 will be a natural match for tapas, charcuterie, grilled sausages, lamb skewers and tomato‑based pasta dishes, where its red‑fruit core and savoury edge slot neatly into Mediterranean flavours. It should also work well with pizza, mushroom dishes and semi‑hard cheeses, thanks to its combination of spice, gentle earthiness and clean acidity. Serve it just below room temperature to keep the aromatics bright and the tannins feeling silky.