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R. Lopez de Heredia Viña Tondonia Blanco 1996 x 2
Viña Tondonia Blanco Gran Reserva is made from a blend of 90% Viura and 10% Malvasía from the vineyards of R. López de Heredia: aged for 10 years in barrels.
Producer
Vintage
1996
ABV
12.5%
Type
White Wine
Size
2 x 75cl
Closure
Cork
Producer
R.López de Heredia-Vinã Tondonia
R.López de Heredia-Vinã Tondonia is a legendary wine producer located in Rioja, Spain. Established in 1877, it is one of the oldest wineries in Rioja. Known for its traditional winemaking methods, the estate produces long-lived, aged wines using only estate-grown grapes.
Location
Av. Vizcaya, 3, 26200 Haro, La Rioja
Owner
López de Heredia Family
Grape Varietal
Viura
Viura, also known as Macabeo, is a white grape variety primarily grown in Spain’s Rioja and Penedés regions. It is prized for its ability to produce fresh, aromatic wines with floral, citrus, and apple notes.
Geography
Spain
Spain is one of the largest wine-producing countries in the world and is known for its rich and flavourful red wines, particularly those from the Rioja region.
Classification
Gran Reserva DOCa
Gran Reserva DOCa refers to a high-quality category of Spanish wine, specifically within the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system, which is the country’s most stringent designation for origin and quality—currently held by only Rioja and Priorat. Wines labeled Gran Reserva must meet strict aging requirements: at least five years total aging, with a minimum of two years in oak barrels and three years in the bottle before release. These wines are typically produced only in exceptional vintages and from the finest grapes, often showcasing remarkable elegance, complexity, and longevity. Gran Reserva red wines are known for their refined structure, integrated oak, and layered flavors of dried fruit, spice, tobacco, and earth. White and rosé Gran Reservas also exist, requiring at least four years of aging, including six months in oak. The Gran Reserva DOCa label is a symbol of both patience and craftsmanship, representing the pinnacle of traditional Spanish winemaking.
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