Di Giorgio’s Head in the Clouds Tempranillo 2022 from the Limestone Coast is an easy-drinking expression inspired by the family’s Abruzzo roots, where imagination flies free to create a thoughtful take on this Spanish variety. Medium-bodied with vibrant ruby colour, rich savoury notes of red berries and macerated cherries burst from the bouquet alongside ripe plums and vanilla oak that create complex aromatics. Subtle spicy oak flavours combine with red berry characters and chocolate, finishing with mouth-coating velvety tannins that linger beautifully on the palate.

This Limestone Coast Tempranillo pairs perfectly with Spanish tapas where its savoury red fruit complements cured meats, while rich stews allow the wine’s chocolate and spice notes to shine. Pasta dishes, char-grilled lamb and aged Manchego also make ideal matches, with the wine’s medium-bodied structure providing excellent versatility.

The 2022 vintage benefited from early ripening conditions perfect for this warm-climate variety, creating a wine ideal for Australian conditions. At 14% alcohol with 12 months in older French oak, this Tempranillo showcases the ambition of Di Giorgio’s Head in the Clouds range.