Box Stallion Tempranillo 2008

Tempranillo has burst onto the scene in Australia and I was quite shocked to see an example from Mornington Peninsula.  Generally the variety drinks well young but there are some brilliant age-worthy wines coming from Spain.  The drink now versions are characterised by flavours of dark berries, plum, vanilla, leather and herbs while the age-worthy wines add a dirty tobacco flavour.

Box Stallion Tempranillo 2008

Think of the advert for Coke when you are reading this as it adds value to the experience.   Sweet cola and red fruits intertwine with cooking chocolate and potting mix on a medium length palate.  It is just full bodied while the alcohol distracts from the overall experience.  It is what it is, a nice Tempranillo.  The only thing that concerns me is for the price I can buy some really good Spanish Temps.

Alcohol: 13.9%
Price: $39
Rated: 83
Drink: 2011 - 2015