Tempranillo
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled lamb chops, wood-fired pork sausages, roasted wild mushrooms
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Kerloo Cellars' Tempranillo represents a compelling exploration of how Spain's noble grape translates to the rugged, sun-drenched terroirs of Washington State. Winemaker Ryan Crane utilizes low-intervention techniques to craft a Tempranillo that balances the grape's traditional rustic charm with the vibrant, concentrated fruit profile characteristic of the Columbia Valley. Sourced primarily from high-elevation sites like the Upland Vineyard on Snipes Mountain—where ancient, stony soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts mimic the high plains of Spain—this wine is typically aged in neutral French oak to preserve its natural acidity and mineral tension. The result is an expressive red that honors old-world structure while showcasing the bold, pioneering spirit of Washington winemaking.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2007 by winemaker Ryan Crane in Walla Walla, Washington, Kerloo Cellars is named after the distinctive call of the near-extinct Whooping Crane. The winery is dedicated to producing low-intervention, terroir-driven wines that highlight the diverse microclimates of the Columbia Valley and Walla Walla Valley. Sourcing fruit from esteemed sites such as Boushey, Upland, and Lonesome Spring Ranch, Kerloo focuses on crafting exceptional Rhône and Spanish-style expressions, including vibrant Syrah, Grenache, and Tempranillo, alongside crisp, mineral-driven Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.