Pour this when you want a red that hugs you back. It's smooth, fruity and just a touch sweet, so there's none of that grippy, drying thing that scares people off red wine. Think ripe blackberry and plum, a soft finish, zero homework required. Perfect for a low-key evening, a movie, or as the bottle that wins over the friend who 'doesn't really do red'. We'll get it to your door fast, any hour.
First sniff is all dark fruit: blackberry, ripe plum, a little black-pepper spice hiding underneath. Take a sip and it's round and gentle, juicy cherry and plum gliding across your tongue with a soft, off-dry sweetness that keeps everything easy. The tannins (the part of red wine that makes your mouth feel dry and grippy) are barely there, so it's pillowy rather than chewy. Medium finish, fruit lingering, nothing harsh. Crowd-pleaser energy in a glass.
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This comes out of Valencia on Spain's eastern coast, made by Bodegas Gran Castillo, part of the long-running Murviedro family of wineries that have been at this since the late 1920s. Tempranillo is Spain's signature red grape, the backbone of the country's most famous bottles. Here it's grown on chalky clay soils, fermented traditionally and rested briefly in stainless steel rather than oak barrels, which is exactly why it tastes so fresh and fruit-driven instead of woody. Spanish sunshine, friendly price, no fuss.
Good to know
- What is the price of Gran Castillo Tempranillo 75cl?
Gran Castillo Tempranillo 75cl is KSh 1,589 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Gran Castillo Tempranillo 75cl taste like?
Soft, juicy and slightly sweet. Blackberry and ripe plum lead, with a hint of black pepper and very gentle tannins, so it's smooth and rounded rather than dry or grippy.
- What is the ABV of Gran Castillo Tempranillo?
It's 12% ABV, on the easier-going side for a red, which suits the soft, fruity style.
- Is Gran Castillo Tempranillo sweet or dry?
It's semi-sweet, or off-dry. There's a gentle sweetness to it, but it's not a dessert wine, just smooth and approachable.
- How should I serve it?
Lightly chilled, around 14-16C. Pop it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before pouring and serve in a regular red wine glass. No decanting needed.
- What food pairs with it?
Grilled meats like nyama choma, pizza, roast meats and spiced rice, strong cheeses, or even spicy barbecue, where the touch of sweetness cools the heat.
- Where is Gran Castillo Tempranillo from?
Valencia, Spain, made by Bodegas Gran Castillo (part of the Murviedro winery family) from the classic Spanish Tempranillo grape.
Gran Castillo Tempranillo 75cl
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Gran Castillo Tempranillo 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Gran Castillo Tempranillo 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,589. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.