There are four different styles of Tempranillo wines depending on their ageing process. The styles, starting with the youngest to the oldest are :
- Joven
- Crianza
- Reserva
- Gran Reserva
Depending on the region, you can also find different types of Tempranillo. Some examples include::
- Rioja
- Ribera del Duero
- Penedes
Joven wines are young, fresh and fruity wines which are ready to be consumed right away, ideally within 1 year. They tend to cost around €10 per bottle, unless you are in Spain, where the same wine will cost you €4…… read more
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