2024 Mayer Tempranillo

Elegant, juicy, and deliciously drinkable — modern Australian Tempranillo at its best.

93 points Halliday wine Companion 

Outstanding Quality Yarra Tempranillo 

"A Tempranillo of remarkable depth and sophistication that showcases the variety's noble Spanish heritage with distinctly Australian character."

The 2024 Mayer Tempranillo represents the pinnacle of Australian Tempranillo winemaking, earning an exceptional 93 points from James Halliday. This wine demonstrates Mayer's mastery of this noble Spanish variety, creating a wine that honors tradition while embracing the unique terroir of its Australian home. With its perfect balance of power and elegance, this Tempranillo offers exceptional value for a wine of this caliber.

 Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep ruby red with purple highlights, displaying excellent concentration and clarity

Aroma: Complex bouquet of dark cherries, blackberries, and plums, complemented by notes of cedar, vanilla, tobacco leaf, and Mediterranean herbs with subtle spice undertones

Palate: Full-bodied with excellent structure and refined tannins. Rich flavors of dark fruit, cherry compote, and blackcurrant blend harmoniously with oak-derived vanilla, spice, and earthy mineral notes

Finish: Long and persistent finish with lingering dark fruit, spice complexity, and elegant tannin structure

 Wine Details

• Vintage: 2024
• Variety: 100% Tempranillo
• Region: Yarra Valley, Victoria
• Country: Australia
• Winemaker: Mayer
• Points: 93 Points James Halliday
• Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
• Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 8-12 years

 Food Pairings

• Grilled lamb with rosemary and garlic
• Aged beef steaks and barbecued meats
• Spanish-style tapas and charcuterie
• Mature hard cheeses like Manchego
• Slow-cooked Mediterranean stews
• Roasted game birds and duck

 Producer Background

Mayer has established itself as a leading producer of premium Australian wines, with particular expertise in crafting exceptional expressions of international varieties. Their commitment to quality winemaking and careful vineyard selection has earned them recognition from critics and wine lovers alike, with this Tempranillo representing the pinnacle of their red wine program.

 Regional Character

The Yarra Valleyregion provides the perfect cool-climate conditions for Tempranillo, allowing this Spanish variety to maintain its characteristic elegance while developing the concentrated fruit flavors that make Australian expressions so distinctive. The combination of altitude, climate, and soil creates ideal conditions for producing Tempranillo of exceptional quality and complexity.

 Value & Investment

At $60, this 93-point Tempranillo represents exceptional value in the premium Australian wine market. Wines of this quality and critical acclaim typically command much higher prices, making this an outstanding opportunity for both immediate enjoyment and cellar investment.

This is Tempranillo at its finest - a wine that demonstrates why this Spanish variety has found such a perfect home in Australia. With 93 points from Halliday, exceptional quality, and outstanding value, this is a must-have wine for serious collectors and Tempranillo enthusiasts.