Tinto Fino, Tinto Del País, Tinta De Toro, Tinto de Rioja and Cencibel — so many different names for just one grape! Tempranillo is intrinsically linked to the winemaking culture of Spain. Grown all over the country in varying names, you might not even know you are drinking a Tempranillo! To help us unravel the mystery of many names, today we are joined by Pedro Ballesteros, MW.
Tinto Fino, Tinto Del País, Tinta De Toro, Tinto de Rioja and Cencibel — so many different names for just one grape! Tempranillo is intrinsically linked to the winemaking culture of Spain. Grown all over the country in varying names, you might not even know you are drinking a Tempranillo! To help us unravel the mystery of many names, today we are joined by Pedro Ballesteros, MW.
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Based in Belgium, Pedro Ballesteros Torres, MW, holds a degree in Agronomical Engineering and a Masters in Viticulture and Oenology among his qualifications. Having studied around the world, he is a columnist at several papers and magazines in Belgium and Spain and consistently works to elevate Mediterranean grapes and wines on the world stage. He sits on many boards and councils including the Council for the Institute of Masters of Wine, and the Basque Culinary Centre's Wine Committee.