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2011 Lopez de Heredia "Viña Tondonia" Gran Reserva Rosado Rioja

2011 Lopez de Heredia "Viña Tondonia" Gran Reserva Rosado Rioja

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95JS
93RP
$274.99

Pre-Arrival: Estimated to be available for delivery or pickup by 12/15/2026.

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95

James Suckling

Reviewed November 2020
A really fascinating rosé with light plum, walnut and hints of toffee. Medium-to full-bodied with a light cream and cheese undertone. Unique experience. Aged and wonderful.

Professional Reviews

93

Wine Advocate

Review Date: 10/2020
2011 is a warmer and riper year in Rioja than 2010, which was a superb vintage, and the 2011 Viña Tondonia Rosado Gran Reserva suffers when tasted next to the 2010. It has candied fruit and a much riper profile but with the classical old oak and mushroom aromas of Tondonia. The color is less bright than the 2010, and there are already some brick-going-to-brown tones. There is some lightness in the palate with moderate acidity and refreshing notes of watermelon and rose petals. (LG)

Notes

Lopez de Heredia truly follows the classic adage of the wine industry: "Sell no wine before its time!" The golden standard in traditional Rioja, this blend of 60% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo and 10% Viura is made in the classic "Clarete" style. The 2009, having seen extensive aging in used American oak barrels, followed by more aging in their perfectly cool, damp, cobweb, and mold covered cellar by the Río Ebre. Beautiful flavors of blood orange, berries, peach skin and almonds only begin to describe this wine, which also has a silken texture unlike any other Rosé you have likely ever had. As ever, this is a true wine world original and a very special bottle of wine.

Details

TypeRosé
VarietalGrenache
OriginRioja, Spain
Bottle Size750 mL
SKU2068160
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