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Vina Tondonia Reserva

1998 Rioja Tempranillo, Graciano, Carignan

The R. Lopez De Heredia Vina Tondonia, S.A. Vina Tondonia Reserva from the esteemed Rioja region offers a captivating experience from the moment you pour it into your glass. Crafted primarily from Tempranillo, with contributions from Graciano and Carignan, this exquisite red showcases a medium body that is both inviting and graceful. The wine features a delightful acidity that adds brightness, ensuring it remains fresh and vibrant. Its fruit intensity is prominent, revealing alluring notes of black cherry and plum intertwined with subtle hints of tobacco and spice, a hallmark of its age and craftsmanship. Tannins are well-defined yet not overwhelming, providing a pleasant structure and a soft mouthfeel, making it approachable now while still having the potential for further aging. The wine is dry, enhancing its food-friendly nature and making it perfect for pairing with a range of dishes, from roasted meats to rich stews. Overall, this vintage encapsulates the elegance and tradition of Riojan winemaking, delivering a truly memorable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Leather, Baking Spice

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 2

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb, Braised Lamb Shanks

Region:


Rioja
Rioja

If you want to understand Spain, pour yourself a glass of Rioja. This historic northern region produces some of the country's most famous wines, typically mature, savory reds that go majestically with roast lamb. Rioja's vineyards trace the flow of the Ebro River through a valley protected by the nearby Cantabrian Mountains. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano are the key red grapes, with Viura leading the white grapes. There are three main classifications of red wines: Gran Reserva (aged for five years, at least two in barrel), Reserva (aged for three years, one in barrel), and Crianza (aged for two years, one in barrel). Other wines can be young and unoaked—an increasingly popular style that shows off Rioja's modern face.

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