Chaffey Bros. Wine Co. LA CONQUISTA!* TGG 2023

Tasting Note

A dark yet luminous crimson in the glass, with aromas of cherry and cola layered with hints of chocolate and lifted spice. On the palate, ripe, juicy fruit gives way to a core of semi-savoury dark cherry, cola and red cherry juiciness. Seamless, complex, and deliciously moreish.

Awards & Accolades

92 Points
The Vintage Journal 

Delicious stuff. This is deep garnet hue, with a nose of warm soil, dark berries, leather, coffee grinds and roast meats... There is a satiny texture, making it almost an easy drinking style, with very fine tannins and a lingering finish with a gentle fade. Absolutely terrific drinking now, it will offer pleasure for the next six to eight years.

- Andrew Caillard MW

The Story

Born from a vinous pilgrimage to Spain in 2013, La Conquista! is a bold Barossan interpretation of a robled-style Spanish blend. Ten years on, this wine continues to evolve, honouring the vibrancy and character of Rioja while celebrating the diversity of the Barossa. The name references the historic 1811 Battle at Barrosa Ridge, with Tempranillo and Graciano on the attack—disrupting the French-descended Barossa Old Guard. Even the spelling ‘Barrosa’ nods to Colonel Light, who fought in the battle.

Viticulture & Winemaking

Tempranillo from Gomersal on the Western ridge meshes seamlessly with Old Vine Grenache from Vine Vale, while the Moculta Graciano adds spice and fragrant lift. Matured for eight months in seasoned French puncheons and hogshead barrels before blending. This release includes more Grenache than previous years to give the juicy fruit needed to flesh out the savoury structure of Tempranillo.

Food Pairing

Perfect with pizza or a rich spread of tapas.