2024 Hedonist Tempranillo

$30.00 / bottle

$306.00 / case (12)

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The Hedonist Tempranillo is crafted primarily from fruit grown at our estate vineyard in the Willunga foothills, accompanied by grapes from the sandy soils of Kangarilla, an area known for its cooler climate within McLaren Vale. Certified organic/biodynamic.

The lead up to the 2024 vintage progressed with distinct weather changes and challenges. The growing season began with dry spells and cool nights contrasted by warm days. Spring brought strong winds during flowering, impacting crop levels. Significant summer rains arrived in December and January, leading to a notably dry vintage. A heatwave in March, with four consecutive days above 37 degrees Celsius, added further intensity to the season. Despite these trials, the lighter crop ultimately allowed us to carefully manage our fruit intake, proving to be a blessing in disguise.

Certified organic and biodynamic. Fruit is sourced from 73% estate grown fruit in the Willunga foothills and 27% from the north-eastern reaches of McLaren Vale in Kangarilla. Traditionally vinified in open top fermenters with indigenous yeast and minimal additions. Malolactic fermentation took place in stainless steel prior to maturation in older 300L French oak for six months. Seasoned oak was selected for its minimal oak influence to keep the wine fresh and retain primary fruit characteristics.

COLOUR: Light, bright cherry red
BOUQUET: Cherry ripe, red currant, and pomegranate intertwine with delicate floral notes of dried rose petals and subtle savory undertones.
PALATE: Medium-bodied with red fruit concentration, the palate is supported by finely textured, powdery tannins that shape and expand without overshadowing its vibrant core. A line of crisp, persistent acidity frames the fruit while imparting vibrancy and balance.

VARIETY: Tempranillo 100%; HARVEST DATE; 26 February 2024 & 13 March 2024
OAK TREATMENT: Six months in seasoned 300L French oak
ANALYSIS: Alc: 13.5%, pH: 3.68, TA: 5.6g/L, GF: 0.1g/L
BOTTLED: 14 July 2025

2022 Hedonist Tempranillo

TROPHY WINNER - BEST MEDITERRANEAN RED VARIETY - 2023 McLaren Vale Wine Show

2020 Hedonist Tempranillo

TROPHY WINNER - Tony Mangan Memorial Award for Best Organic Wine of the show at the 2020 Australian Alternative Varieties Wine Show (AAVWS)

2019 Hedonist Tempranillo

90 points - therealreview.com, Huon Hooke, 13 Dec 2019

Very deep, bold purple/red colour, with pungent violet, blueberry and cranberry aromas, the palate fresh and bright, raw and primal, with an almost carbonic maceration or Beaujolais-like overtone. Excellent wine albeit in a rather raw, callow style.

2018 Hedonist Tempranillo

95 points - Wine Companion 2020 Edition, Jane Faulkner, 01 Aug 2019

“A terrific tempranillo that offsets its juicy red fruit profile against layers of savouriness. It's vibrant with cherry cola, fresh tobacco, red licorice and all manner of baking spices before crunchy acidity and killer tannins take off. Impressive from go to whoa.”

Gold medal - Australian Alternative Varieties Wine Show 2018

2017 Hedonist Tempranillo

Bronze medal - Australian Alternative Varieties Wine Show 2017

2015 Hedonist Tempranillo

94 points - Wine Companion 2018 Edition, James Halliday, 01 Aug 2017

"Includes 4% grenache, open-fermented, pumped over twice daily, 10-day ferment, pressed to used French hogsheads for 10 months maturation. Although the vines are young (7yo), this suggests the site has great potential. There is truly lovely cherry fruit on the fresh light to medium-bodied palate thanks in part to the controlled alcohol; the finish has gently savoury tannins that tie the parcel up ever so neatly."

2014 Hedonist Tempranillo

92 Points, The Advertiser, Tony Love - Top 100 (2016)
Silver medal - Australian Alternative Varieties Wine Show 2015