2022 Tim Gramp Tempranillo, Clare Valley

A sweet and spicy number with a sense of ripeness and playful intent. Pretty scents of ripe plum, cola, cinnamon and candied mixed peel with flavours leaning into sweet cherry, musk sticks, minty elements and some cinnamon/clove spice. Plush texture with a good rub of dusty tannin in tow. An easy drinking style with charm on board.

90 points Special Value Mike Bennie winecompanion.com.au

In the rolling hills of the Clare Valley, Tim Gramp continues a proud South Australian winemaking lineage with wines that highlight regional freshness and approachability. Drawing on a family name long associated with Australian wine history, the Tempranillo reflects the growing success of Spanish varieties in Clare’s elevated vineyards. Warm days tempered by cool evenings allow the fruit to develop generous flavour while retaining vibrant acidity and savoury nuance, creating a style that feels both contemporary and distinctly regional.

A bright ruby crimson with youthful purple edges shimmers in the glass. Aromas open with red cherry, wild strawberry and plum layered with hints of dried oregano, sweet spice and a subtle earthy note. There is an inviting lift to the bouquet that captures Tempranillo’s naturally expressive personality.

The palate is medium bodied and supple, delivering juicy red and dark berry fruit framed by fine tannins and refreshing acidity. Flavours of cranberry, tomato leaf and gentle cocoa nuance build through the mid palate, leading to a smooth, savoury finish that feels energetic and food friendly. Designed for earlier enjoyment, it will drink beautifully over the next five to seven years as softer, more complex tones develop.

Perfect for relaxed, flavour driven meals, it shines with grilled lamb cutlets, chorizo dishes, roast chicken with paprika or rustic vegetable bakes. Tim Gramp Tempranillo brings a lively Clare Valley twist to this Spanish classic, ideal for long lunches, shared platters and evenings where warmth and good company set the tone.