Tempranillo: Beginners Guide to Wine

Looking for a light, inexpensive pairing for your next barbecue or spread of tapas? Sip on a savory Tempranillo. This versatile red superstar with roots in Spain offers something for an array of palates. From big, bold, fruity styles to notes of dried herbs and leather, you’ll find a range of food-friendly flavors – or a wine just fine to stand on its own. Wine writer Shannon Borg gives insight into the grape’s history, the effects of its many monikers and where it flourishes today. “Tempranillo” Beginners Guide to Wine” helps you with labeling terms to distinguish quality and aging styles, and offers tips for pairing — from tapas to tortes — and advice for serving and storing.