2017 Tempranillo
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Tempranillo is a full-bodied wine with flavors of cherry and plum balanced with notes of cedar and clove giving it a lovely, sometimes spicy finish. Our Founder, Chuck Hovey, was one of the winemakers responsible for introducing Tempranillo to Calaveras County back in the 1980s. It is the foundation of our lineup and featured in our C2 Red Blend as well as our soon-to-be-release Founder's Blend.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Tempranillo
Vineyard Designation
Rolleri Vineyard
Aging
3-5 years
Bottling Date
March 28, 2019
Alcohol %
14.8
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Our 2017 vintage is a lovely surprise as you uncork the bottle - aromas of dark chocolate, baked cherries and coffee greet you like warm hug. Made in the classic Ribera del Duero style, with your first sip you might get some blueberry along with dark chocolate. As you continue to enjoy your glass, enjoy the soft, light tannins. This wine is ready to drink now, and will improve in the bottle for at least five years.
Vineyard Notes
Rolleri Vineyard in Angels Camp is our source for Tempranillo. Chuck Hovey and Romi Rolleri worked together for years and we have a long established history with these vines. Give a wave as you pass the Rolleri vineyard as you drive up Murphys Grade Road.
Winemaker Notes
Chuck Hovey launched the Hovey brand with an amazing Gold Medal at the Tempranillo del Mundo competition for his 2009 Tempranillo. Only one of 4 US winemakers to take home the gold, this win put Chuck and his wine on the map, both locally and globally.
Food Pairing Notes
This earthy wine pairs well with Paella (of course), virtually anything Mexican, or grilled. Think grilled veggie tacos or polenta with grilled shrimp. See our Recipe page for ideas.
Production
292
Product Reviews
Linda Burns
(Feb 16, 2020 at 8:57 AM)
You Recommend this wine for a Crab Cioppino event that we went to and it was great.
Debbie E Murillo
(Oct 5, 2020 at 11:59 AM)
My husband and I have enjoyed this wine selection for several years. It pairs nicely with a a steak.
Ruth Bott
(Nov 16, 2020 at 11:04 AM)
This Tempranillo is as good as the Spanish ones!!!
Peete W Baer
(Nov 17, 2020 at 12:59 PM)
There are way too many American Tempranillos. Hovey's is by far the best.
Bob Duffy
(Jan 18, 2021 at 1:43 PM)
We had this Tempranillo for our special Holiday events and it was terrific. It went will with multiple different meals.
David Bowman
(Jan 28, 2021 at 8:24 AM)
Always a Fave!