PepperGreen Estate Tempranillo

PepperGreen Estate Tempranillo 2021 from the Australian highlands is a medium‑bodied, herbal and spicy tempranillo with strong plum‑fruit drive and fine tannins – a cool‑climate Spanish grape given a very Australian, food‑friendly spin.

Dark ruby in colour, it shows enticing tobacco and blood‑plum aromatics, with red and blueberry notes and subtle oak adding depth. The palate is elegant and medium‑bodied, driven by abundant berry and plum flavours, herbal accents and a spicy, savoury tannin finish that keeps it structured and engaging rather than simple and soft.

As an Adelaide‑based sommelier, I’d pour PepperGreen Estate Tempranillo 2021 with tapas – chorizo, grilled vegetables, jamón – or richer dishes like lamb cutlets, barbecue meats and tomato‑based stews, where its tobacco, plum and spice can really play. It’s also a strong match for hard cheeses and pizza, and carries serious credentials with a Gold Medal at the 2026 Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards highlighting its quality.