2023 Mordrelle Basket Press Tempranillo

94 pts
A bold, plush Langhorne Creek Tempranillo with depth, spice and a smooth finish – full of flavour and made to share.

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Tempranillo might be best known for its Spanish roots, but it’s clearly found its groove in Langhorne Creek – and in Martin Moran’s hands, it really sings. This 2023 release is full-bodied, ripe and generous, made from a single vineyard and basket pressed with care. Martin bled off a bit of juice early in the process to amp up the concentration, then let it rest for 15 months in seasoned oak to bring everything into balance.

The result is a bold, plush red with loads of cherry and dark berry fruit, earthy spice, and just the right hit of oak in the background. The tannins are fine and velvety, and while there’s plenty of richness here, it never feels heavy. It’s got that warm, generous feel you want in a Tempranillo, but still carries itself with polish.

Great with grilled meats or anything vaguely smoky or Spanish – or just on its own when you want a red with a bit of presence.

94 points
"It’s pure fruited – all plums and red berries – yet there’s detail, savouriness and depth, too... slinky and smooth, acidity cleansing as much as uplifting."
- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)

*** Mordrelle’s beautiful labels are created from original artworks painted by Martin Moran's late father, renowned Argentinian artist Jose Luis Moran. The artworks are available for sale through the Mordrelle website.

94 points - "It’s pure fruited – all plums and red berries – yet there’s detail, savouriness and depth, too. Yes spicy, and some meaty nuances, but it’s the mid-weighted palate that truly delights. Surprisingly supple tannins. This is slinky and smooth, acidity cleansing as much as uplifting." - Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)

Made from a single vineyard located in Langhorne Creek. It was firstly bled off about 20% to concentration aromas and flavours. The wine has a deep red colour with purple tones. It displays aromas and flavours of cherries, chocolate, cedar shavings, and spices with hints of black pepper and earthy tones. The palate is rich with fine textured and smooth tannins, given for its long maturation of 15 months in seasoned oak barrels, finishes dry with a lengthy fruit aftertaste.

Price Bracket $31 to $40
Type Red
Body Full Bodied
Variety Tempranillo
Country Australia
Region Langhorne Creek
Australian State SA
Reviewed By Halliday Wine Companion
Critic Score 94
Alcohol 14.5%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2023
Closure Screw Cap

Mordrelle

Martin Moran was born and raised in Argentina, where his infatuation with viticulture and winemaking began as his grandfather would walk with him through their family vineyards in Mendoza.

He went on to specialise in viticulture and oenology, and eventually found himself in Australia to work vintages across the Langhorne Creek, Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale regions. It was here that Martin stayed, falling in love with (and marrying) his wife Michelle and embarking on the dream of starting their own boutique label - starting with their first wine, a sparkling created just for their wedding!

They specialise in premium, aged sparkling wines, but you'll find plenty of joy in their reds and whites too.

Winemaker/Owner, Martin Morgan amongst his Chardonnay vines Mordrelle

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