Juniper Canvas Tempranillo 2021

Tasting Notes

• Colour: Brilliant medium ruby.
• Aromatics: A youthful bouquet of cherries, plum, berries, and red currants, lifted by dried herbs and exotic spice notes.
• Palate: Medium-bodied with bright raspberry and red currant, complemented by spice and savoury complexity. Fine tannins provide a structured, lingering finish.

Winemaker’s Note

“Despite the challenges of 2021, meticulous vineyard management allowed us to craft a bright and structured Tempranillo with depth, spice, and finesse – built for both immediate enjoyment and cellaring.”

Viticulture & Winemaking

🔹 Region: Margaret River, WA

🔹 Varietal: 95% Tempranillo, 5% Graciano

🔹 Harvest: Hand-picked in three passes (March 9, 16, & 23)

🔹 Fermentation: Co-fermented in open-top vessels, with hand plunging and a batch undergoing carbonic maceration.

🔹 Maturation: 14 months in seasoned 300L hogsheads & 500L puncheons – no new oak.

🔹 Alcohol: 13.7% | pH: 3.67 | T/A: 5.9g/L

Sustainability & Natural Practices 🌱

🔹 Hand-picked fruit, minimal intervention winemaking.

🔹 Organically farmed vineyard, following sustainable practices.

🔹 Vegan-friendly production.

Storage & Serving Tips ❄️

🔹 Serving Temperature: 16–18°C to highlight freshness and spice.

🔹 Decanting: Recommended for 30 minutes to enhance aromatics.

🔹 Cellaring Potential: Enjoy now or cellar until 2033 to develop further depth and complexity.

Food Pairing Suggestions 🍽️

🔹 Smoked Paprika Chicken – Perfectly complements the wine’s spice and fruit balance.

🔹 Spanish Vegetarian Stew – Earthy, hearty flavours enhance the savoury elements.

🔹 Charred Lamb with Romesco Sauce – Rich umami pairs beautifully with the wine’s firm tannins.

🔹 Aged Manchego Cheese – Brings out the wine’s subtle nutty and herbal notes.

FAQ Wine Terms 🧐

❓ What is carbonic maceration?
A fermentation technique that enhances fruitiness and softens tannins, adding vibrancy to the wine.

❓ Why blend Tempranillo with Graciano?
Graciano adds freshness, acidity, and spice, balancing Tempranillo’s rich fruit character.

❓ Why no new oak?
Using seasoned oak preserves the wine’s natural fruit purity and elegance, ensuring a balanced, terroir-driven expression.