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R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2009 Wine Review

R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2009

R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2009

Tondonia, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain

Community Score:95/100

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Price: $70.95

Drink: 2020-2028

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 12.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: R. López de Heredia

Agent: John Hanna & Sons Limited

Natalie's Score: 95/100

From the Rioja wine region, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2009 is a mature, elegant and savoury Tempranillo red blend with 30% in Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano. From a warm vintage, the wine is dry, full-bodied with plum jam, dried herbs, dried tobacco leaf, dried red fruits and balsamic notes smooth on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly grippy and there is good acidity for food on this lovely, mature Rioja. Pour with a Porchetta.

Food pairings: pork tenderloin, veal Porterhouse, roast chicken, prime rib roast, pork chops, veal cutlets.

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This R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2009 was reviewed on October 15, 2021 by Natalie MacLean

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From the Rioja wine region, R. López de Heredia Tondonia Reserva 2008 is a vibrant, medium-bodied red wine blend of 75% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha with the balance in Mazuelo and Graciano wine grapes. Bright and fresh with notes of dried red and dark berries, plum, vanilla aromas on the nose. Rich, dry and savoury with dark cherry, sous bois, cigar box and dark spices finishing elegant and smooth on the palate. - Community Wine Reviews

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