Because you liked it
If you like Tempranillo
Red and dark fruit, leather and, with oak ageing, vanilla and spice. Also try: Nebbiolo, Garnacha.
A red for a roast
Savoury, medium-to-full reds with some age.
Look for: Rioja Crianza · Rioja Reserva · Langhe NebbioloA special-occasion red
Wines that reward attention, and a few years' patience.
Look for: Barolo · Barbaresco · Rioja Gran ReservaAn easy red for a weeknight
Soft, fruity and happy with whatever's for dinner.
Look for: Barbera d'Asti · Dolcetto d'Alba · Rioja JovenA light red you can chill
Silky, fragrant reds for warm evenings and lighter food.
Look for: Marlborough Pinot Noir · Dolcetto · Young GarnachaWine for outdoors
Light, fruity wines that don't mind a plastic cup.
Look for: Rioja rosado · Chilled Pinot Noir · Moscato d'Asti