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| Community Tasting Notes (average 86.7 pts. and median of 87 pts. in 22 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Sun_Devil on 2/15/2024 & rated 84 points: Not as bad as I expected. Sweet and straight-forward. Not sure where this bottle came from (86 views) | | | Tasted by wineshaman on 4/13/2022 & rated 86 points: Purchased from a restaurant with a limited wine list on 4/12/22.
This, i assume is a recent N/V blend.
Fruit forward, not as sweet as I was expecting, no structure of course, but for me and most importantly no manufactured notes. (372 views) | | | Tasted by Dad300 on 9/25/2020 flawed bottle: second bottle from this case.. again no aroma at all. Bitter angry taste with no flavor at all. tasted like licking a dry cardboard box.. at least in my head that is what it was like. (619 views) | | | Tasted by Dad300 on 8/19/2020 flawed bottle: corked.. flat no scent.. no real flavor.. ugh (633 views) | | | Tasted by wayne47 on 5/18/2014: Good QVP at $8, very fruity, we consider this a good burger or picnic wine. Nothing exceptional or offensive. As others said, rather sweet. (3912 views) | | | Tasted by tyleman on 1/4/2014 & rated 85 points: I'm going to go along with the opinions of others about this wine. It's much sweeter than I would have expected considering the blend. This from the Red Diamond "Temperamental" fact sheet:
85 % Tempranillo, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Carignan
I bought it this evening at Safeway to have with moussaka, as Tempranillo was suggested as a good match. I ended up pairing the moussaka with the Red Diamond Malbec (from Argentina) - which was a very good choice. Undoubtedly the sweetness of the Temperamental clashed with the spices in the moussaka.
I would think the sweetness of the Temperamental would be a good choice with cheeses or acidic food.
It's NOT from Washington. It states "Spain" on the bottle and on the fact sheet from the website. (4229 views) | | | Tasted by wayne47 on 12/16/2013: Easy drinking wine at $8.10. Nothing exceptional but nice, even without food. We'll grab a few more bottles. (4064 views) | | | Tasted by wine-enthusiast on 11/29/2013 & rated 80 points: Sweet flavors although not technically sweet, this wine is simple and not attractive to serious wine enthusiasts. (3820 views) | | | Tasted by YWG Wine Guy on 8/15/2013 & rated 85 points: Well, given other products, marketing of this wine, and the confusing providence of the origin here ( label states product of spain and wine of the USA) it is what i was expecting, barely...price in CAN is 18$ and not meeting the QPR. Admittedly style is not to my liking, as others score this 90...This would appeal to younger crowd just getting into wine. Uncomplicated, without significant structure, and drinks a little to much like dark cherry juice. Don't get any "spanish" influence here, and the fact that this is "NV" just makes something to pass on. (3782 views) | | | Tasted by awolosewicz on 3/17/2013: Liked (160 views) | | | Tasted by CBuc on 2/18/2013 & rated 90 points: Very fruit forward and jammy. Enjoyed with 2 different meals - a Sunday night appetizer meal of Gouda, popcorn, and teriyaki chicken meatballs, then with chicken and olives. It worked very well with the Gouda cheese and teriyaki meatballs. Would also be good with BBQ I think. Good value for everyday drinking! (1544 views) | | | Tasted by Tim221 on 1/22/2013 & rated 90 points: We really liked this one! A superb fruit-forward, jammy wine, with a light amount of tannins. It's 13.5% alcohol, but comes across very approachable, almost like a lightweight Zinfandel. Nice bouquet, big fruit, light tannin aftertaste, good alcohol level. This is a perfect paella wine, BBQ wine, or sipping on a spring evening wine. Great value for the quality. (1352 views) |
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Actually Ste. Michelle's "Download Center", which is probably THE *best* way to get info re this labelTempranillo BlendTempranillo is the backbone of wines made ihvhhcn the best well-known Spanish regions Rioja and Ribera del Duero, but is also grown as far afield as Mexico and Australia.
As a flavor profile, red fruits like strawberries and cherries can predominate - but with a rustic edge. The Many wines made from Tempranillo will spend a few years in barrel and bottle before reaching the consumers . Many Tempranillo-based wines see a few years of oak - add that to a few years of bottle and the wine can give a subtle - and occasionaly not-so-subtle - leathery mouthfeel. The combination of the tart fruit and tannins make this wine very food friendly.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Washington Washington Wine Commission | Credit to Washingtonwine.org for this article
Washington Wine
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Wineries
With 30,000+ acres planted, the state has ideal geography and conditions for growing premium vinifera wine grapes. Primarily grown on their own root stocks, the vines produce grapes of consistent quality, resulting in strong vintages year after year. While its focus is on Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the region also produces a wide range of other spectacular whites and reds.
Growers
Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting this region's unique characteristics. Their hand-crafted wines are receiving wide acclaim from critics regionally, nationally and internationally for their consistently high quality. Many of them have received scores of 90 and above from the major wine media. Overall this is a higher percentage than other leading wine regions.
Regions
As the state's fourth largest fruit crop, the Washington wine industry is an important contributor to the long-term preservation of Washington agriculture. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources.
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Varieties
Washington produces more than 20 wine grape varieties - a ratio of 56 percent white to 44 percent red. As the industry matures and experiments, it finds many grape varieties that thrive throughout Washington's microclimates. There are more than 16,000 vineyard acres of red wine varieties statewide.
History & Vintages
Washington's wine future is limitless. As consumers discover the quality of Washington wines, demand continues to grow nationally and internationally. New acreage and wine varietals are being planted and new wineries are opening at a remarkable pace. Washington State is recognized as a premium viticultural region around the world.
State Facts
Washington's wine industry generates more than $3 billion to the state economy. It employs more than 14,000 people, directly and indirectly, with projections to add nearly 2,000 more jobs by 2006. In terms of tax revenues accrued to the state and federal government, wine grapes are among the highest tax generators of any agricultural crops. Furthermore, Washington wine tourism attracts nearly two million visitors annually contributing to the positive growth of local and regional economies.
Washington State - the perfect climate for wine = ideal growing conditions, quality wines, business innovation, lifestyle, and social responsibility. All are key elements of this world-class wine industry.
Vintages
"2008 and even more so 2010 and 2011 were cool, even cold vintages (think: 2002 in the Barossa) without the extreme ripeness, extract and higher alcohol that had become the norm in the state’s post 1995 world. 2008 was manageable but the duo of 2010/2011 nearly caused a “great depression” in Washington State." - Jon RimmermanWashingtonRattlesnake Hills |
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