{"title":"Tempranillo","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Tempranillo wine online in NZ, including Spanish Rioja from Campo Viejo, Conde Valdemar and Macan by \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bodegas-vega-sicilia\"\u003eVega Sicilia\u003c\/a\u003e, Ribera del Duero from Alion, and Tempranillo from Australia by \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yalumba-winery\"\u003eYalumba\u003c\/a\u003e and Paxton and from Hawke's Bay by \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/trinity-hill\"\u003eTrinity Hill\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Lively, fruit-driven and incredibly approachable, the 2024 Marques de Tezona Tempranillo is packed with dark berry, black cherry and subtle cola flavours, framed by savoury spice, soft tannins and impressive depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAroma: Ripe redcurrants, wild strawberries, dried herbs and savoury spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate: Fruit-driven, with ripe dark berry and varietal cherry-cola flavours, framed by savoury spice and soft, approachable tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're not sure how they continue to deliver such great value for money drinking, however, this is an ideal go-to red for any time of the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlc: 13.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiskeyonline | Whiskyonline NZ\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tezona","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40453301371052,"sku":"63371","price":13.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0533\/6412\/9964\/files\/12_0305125c-4f18-4ca2-b127-1019d3c7b2a1.png?v=1685423380"},{"product_id":"campo-viejo-rioja-tempranillo-2022-750ml","title":"Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo 2022 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCampo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA cherry red colour suggests a vibrant Tempranillo wine. 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Well balanced and rounded on the palate this wine has great structure and a long satisfying finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlc: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhiskeyonline | Whiskyonline NZ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Valdemar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43958322626796,"sku":"5102015","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0533\/6412\/9964\/files\/rio.png?v=1695037038"},{"product_id":"macan-clasico-rioja-2019-bodegas-benjamin-de-rothschild-vega-sicilia-750ml-spain","title":"Macan Clasico Rioja Bodegas Benjamin De Rothschild \u0026 Vega Sicilia 2019 750ml - Spain","description":"\u003cp\u003eMacan Clasico Rioja Bodegas Benjamin De Rothschild \u0026amp; Vega Sicilia 750ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt is a distinguished red wine from Spain's Rioja DOCa, crafted entirely from Tempranillo grapes.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe wine underwent fermentation in stainless steel with 10% indigenous yeasts.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe ageing process involved 22% in stainless steel and the remainder in new and used oak barrels, predominantly French, for 12 months.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis approach aimed to preserve the wine's freshness and balance\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eReveals dark plums, dried strawberries, olives, cocoa beans, and Mediterranean spices. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt offers a medium-to-full-bodied experience with powerful, fine-grained tannins and a grippy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlc: 14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhiskeyonline | Whiskyonline NZ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44230119031020,"sku":"813019","price":94.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0533\/6412\/9964\/files\/MacanClasicoRioja.png?v=1745467640"},{"product_id":"ribera-del-duero-alion-2019-750ml","title":"Ribera Del Duero Alion 2019 | 99pt Guia Proensa 95pt Robert Parker Award Winner","description":"\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #8B0000; font-size: 24px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eRibiera Del Duero Alion 2019 | Castilla y León, Spain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritic Ratings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99 points Guía Proensa | 95 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #8B0000; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAlión is formed by a careful selection of the finest grapes, displaying deep brilliant garnet color with captivating complexity. 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The larger bottle format provides superior aging conditions, allowing the wine to develop more slowly and gracefully. The powerful tannins and natural acidity provide an excellent framework for development over 25+ years. Secondary flavors of leather, tobacco, dried fruit, and mineral complexity will emerge gradually with age. Optimal drinking begins around 10-15 years of age, though well-stored bottles will continue to improve for 35+ years or more. The 99-point rating from Guía Proensa demonstrates this wine's exceptional quality and collecting potential. Store in a cool, dark place (55°F\/13°C ideal) with consistent temperature. 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