It’s a key grape variety in Spain, and increasingly important from Portugal to Texas. Fernando Garcia Esteban / Getty Images Tempranillo is at the heart of Rioja, Spain’s most iconic wine region.

The Idaho Wine Commission’s “Year of Tempranillo” declaration reflects that the Spanish red grape is now one of the top varieties grown in the state. The commission plans to highlight Tempranillo ...

Why you should take a bottle of Tempranillo to your next big soirée. The Evening Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

Brian Freedman is a wine, spirits, travel, and food writer; event host and speaker; and drinks educator. He regularly contributes to Food & Wine, and his first book, Crushed: How A Changing Climate Is ...