The taste of wine is rich, refined, dry, fresh, roundish, well developed, sweetish, with a silky texture, tones of chocolate, black tea, oak, tree bark, violets, foliage, acidity and a long, clean aftertaste.
Serve at 16-18 °C with hot salads with quail or poultry meat, foie gras with raspberry jam, fried lamb or pork.
This is as complex and savory as the rest of the Viña Tondonia wines, but also shows a tad more depth, with a hint of black plum and blue fruit on top of the orange rind, iron, tobacco and earthy spices. Expect some cedar and truffle to develop in the future. Juicy, zesty and tight, with a dusty tannins and bright berry fruit on the medium-to full-bodied palate.
López de Heredia – Traditions and Heritage in Rioja Wines
López de Heredia is one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in the world, proudly preserving its traditions and production methods. Founded in the 1880s by Don Rafael López de Heredia, this winery has become a true symbol of the Rioja wine region for over 140 years. Since its founding, the winery has adhered to the principle of producing wine only from its own vineyards, without making any compromises in achieving the highest quality.
Authentic winemaking methods
López de Heredia stands out for its traditional approach to winemaking. Fermentation takes place in 72 large oak vats, some of which were built when the winery was founded and are now 143 years old. This gives the wines a unique structure and character. After fermentation, the wine is aged in handmade American oak barrels, ensuring the wine’s softness, depth and complexity.
An Example of Traditionalists
“López de Heredia” is a winery that is not afraid of change, but has always maintained its traditions. Their methods, which were formed back in the 1880s, have been perfectly adapted to modern winemaking. Each bottle of this wine reflects the unchanging family tradition and love of work.
World Heritage and Prestige
Eric Asimov, writing about “López de Heredia” wines, states that this winery is one of the few in the world that can boast such an invaluable heritage and prestige. Over all these years, the winery has managed to maintain the highest quality, reflecting the uniqueness and traditions of the Rioja region.
Exceptional Classics – Rioja Wine
“López de Heredia” wines are true Rioja classics, which not only reflect the old production traditions, but also stand out for their highest quality and unique aromas. These wines are a great choice for true wine lovers looking for authentic and complex wine experiences.
