Tempranillo
Considered to be autochthonous from Rioja, it is the most characteristic variety of this DOQ, the core of its red wines and one of the noblest great varieties in the world.
It is so versatile that it can be used to make rosés, young red wines, and even for ageing red wines. It’s a true wonder of nature. The perfect variety to discover all contrasts that Rioja wines can offer.
Features
Impression
Black-blue epidermis, thick peel and non-pigmented pulp, tender, juicy full flesh.
Aromas
Red and black fruits, such as plums or strawberries, fruits of the forests and floral scents, such as violets and wild flowers.
Hints/Reflections
After a long ageing process, wines can develop some vanilla, cocoa, cacao or liquorice reflections. Young wines with carbonic ageing may have red fruit and strawberry candy hints.
Extension
Reds
87.78%
Total
79.84%
Resistance
Highly sensitive to plagues and diseases. Low resistance to draughts and high temperatures.
Ripening
"Early grape" with a short ageing cycle.
Synonymies
Cencibel, Tinto fino, Tinto de Toro, Tinto del país, Ull de Llebre.