98 points/'Top 100 Wines of 2024 (#100),' Zekun Shuai (JamesSuckling.com): "Such a beautifully aged gran reserva that shows the more traditional side of Rioja. Dried blood orange peel, white pepper, dried thyme, iron, berries, minerals, black sesame seeds and old books. So bright and firm, with a full body and an extremely bright, lengthy finish. If I bought a bottle I’d still want to keep it for another few years. Drink or hold. (11/3/24)"
97 points Tim Atkin, MW: "(12.5%) Not far behind the Tondonia white in 2004 - and that’s high praise - the red from this historic vineyard is coming into its own at 20 years of age. Aromas of dill, rose petal, incense and antique books are an alluring introduction to a palate that has chalky freshness, savoury, granular tannins, tobacco leaf, Christmas spice and red berry flavours and enough backbone to age further in bottle. 2024-35. (2024)"
97 points Joaquín Hidalgo (Vinous): "A Rioja time capsule: that is the feeling you'll have when tasting the wines of López de Heredia, particularly the 2004 Gran Reserva Viña Tondonia. The 2004 is a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano, cultivated on the meander of the Ebro River in Rioja Alta. Aged for ten years in barrel and an additional ten years in bottle, this bricked wine showcases dried black fruit, licorice, hazelnut and cedar nuances, along with resin, cola and garrigue. Dry and chalky, the silky and faintly juicy flow culminates with a long-lasting finish infused with thyme notes. This beautifully aged wine reflects old-school craftsmanship—it's the essence of time and terroir. Drink: 2024-2030. (Apr 2024)"
Product SKU | 349006 |
Producer | López de Heredia |
Country | Spain |
Region | Rioja |
Varietal | Tempranillo/Tinto Fino |
Designation | Gran Reserva |
Vintage | 2004 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
ABV | 12.5% |
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