R. Lopez de Heredia, Rioja, Vina Tondonia, Riserva 1994

Base neck; one missing wire cage

It’s a real surprise just how suddenly these terrifically aged wines have become so fashionable. This gran reserva is magisterial: a combination of power and lean elegance. With up to 10 years of age in US oak, the wine is attenuated in colour, but not in palate strength. Forest-floor aromas, delicate and supple in the mouth and very long. And look at the alcohol! (SJE) (12/2020)

Extremely intense aromas of dried lemons, apples, limes and chalk. Full body, wonderful depth of fruit and density with bright acidity and a layered and rich palate. Yet remains vivid and fresh. Inner quote mark (7/2015)

The 1994 Vina Tondonia Gran Reserva has an elegant bouquet with light red cherries, orange blossom, mahogany bureau and burnt buttered toast. The palate has a meaty, savory entry with crisp tannins and racy acidity. It displays superb structure towards the finish where one finds notes of bitter lemon, orange peel and sage. Delicious! (NM) (8/2012)

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