Gemtree Wines Luna Temprana Tempranillo 2022

Gemtree Wines Luna Temprana Tempranillo is bright, juicy and made with refreshment firmly in mind; this is a McLaren Vale Tempranillo that brings raspberry, cherry cola and lively red fruit to a medium-bodied, textural palate. There is enough tannin to give it shape without getting in the way of the fun, making it a particularly good red for serving lightly chilled. Gemtree's certified organic and biodynamic approach adds another reason to take notice. A smart choice for anyone after a fresher style of Australian red, especially alongside chargrilled sausages, barbecue fare or a relaxed outdoor dinner.

What the winery says:

Gemtree describes the 2022 Luna Temprana as aromatic and textural, with vibrant, juicy raspberry and cherry cola flavours, and recommends serving it slightly chilled in warmer weather. Grown in McLaren Vale, the wine is 13.5% alcohol and is certified organic and biodynamic, vegan friendly and labelled low preservative.

What the experts say:

Ned Goodwin MW, James Suckling, 92 Points (2022)
“A pulpy expression of tempranillo, full weighted and yet so energetic as it bounces about the palate, splaying blue fruit allusions, purple pastille.”

Stuart Knox, The Real Review, 92 Points, Top Rank Silver (2022)
“Intense ruby red colour with blackberry and briar aromas. Dark fruits with bitumen and cola complexities. Firm but finely grained tannins.”

Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, 91 Points (2022)
“Bouncy joven style here, made for easy drinking. Juicy cherry, red fruits, a bit meaty/bloody, quiet perfume, nutty spicy.”