Indigo Vineyard Tempranillo
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
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Roasted lamb shoulder, grilled pork chops, tapas such as cured chorizo and Manchego cheese
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While Brokenwood is anchored in the Hunter Valley, their exploration of premier Victorian terroirs led them to the Indigo Vineyard in the cool-climate region of Beechworth. Established in the granitic gravel and clay soils of the foothills of the Victorian Alps, the Indigo Vineyard provides an ideal home for Tempranillo. The combination of warm days and cool alpine nights allows the grapes to retain natural acidity while developing rich, savory flavor profiles. Brokenwood crafts this wine to highlight the grape's natural affinity for savory complexity, utilizing traditional fermentation techniques and aging in seasoned French oak to preserve the bright cherry fruit, earthy undertones, and dusty tannins characteristic of the site. It represents a beautiful marriage of Spanish tradition and modern Australian cool-climate viticulture.
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Established in 1970 by Tony Albert, John Beeston, and legendary wine critic James Halliday, Brokenwood Wines has evolved from a boutique passion project into one of Australia’s most prestigious wine estates. Situated in the historic Hunter Valley at 401 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin, New South Wales 2320, Australia, the winery is celebrated for its exceptional single-vineyard wines and a philosophy centered on minimal intervention to showcase pure varietal character. Brokenwood is most famous for its iconic Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, widely considered one of the country's finest medium-bodied reds, alongside its world-class, pristine Hunter Valley Semillon. Under the esteemed guidance of longtime winemaker Iain Riggs and current Chief Winemaker Stuart Hordern, the estate continues to set the benchmark for elegant, terroir-driven Australian wines. Discover more at their official website: https://www.brokenwood.com.au.