What is Uruguayan Tannat?
Uruguay's signature red: deeply coloured and structured, with dark plum, blackberry, savoury spice and firm tannin. Particularly strong with grilled beef, asado and richly browned meats.
Canelones, Maldonado, Montevideo
Tannat
Structured Red · 13-15%
Style profile
Grapes, regions and character
Uruguayan Tannat is closely linked with Tannat. The grape choice, region and climate shape the balance of fruit, freshness, body and texture in the glass.
Canelones, Maldonado, Montevideo
Uruguay
What does Uruguayan Tannat pair well with?
Uruguayan Tannat usually works well with asado, grilled beef, short ribs, lamb, hard cheese. Use the wine’s structure as the guide: match body with richness, acidity with fat or freshness, and sweetness with heat or dessert.
Best food matches
Pairings to avoid
What makes a good or bad Uruguayan Tannat?
A good version should feel balanced, expressive and food-friendly. Look for clear fruit, freshness, structure and a finish that makes you want another sip.
A weaker version may taste flat, harsh, thin, clumsy, overly sweet, too alcoholic or dominated by oak, bitterness or heat rather than balance.
Look for a bottle where the region, grape and producer style match the food you want to cook. For food pairing, balance matters more than prestige.
Serve around 16-18°C.
