Tempranillo is a red grape variety native to Spain , known for its wide distribution and for the over 80 synonyms that demonstrate its historical and geographical importance. Thanks to its early ripening and a rather short vegetative cycle, it has adapted well to the cool areas of northern Spain. In particular, in the Rioja region it produces some of the best reds in Spain, both vinified alone and together with Garnacha.

The vine is also widespread in Portugal with the name of Tinta Roriz, especially in the regions of Douro and Alentejo. In Italy it is grown in Lazio and Tuscany, where it is known with the name of Malvasia Nera. The wine is of great structure, rich, quite alcoholic, with an important tannic texture and moderate acidity.