The López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva Red 2013 is a classic, medium-bodied Rioja blend with vibrant red-to-amber color, lively acidity, and refined, chalky tannins. It offers complex tertiary aromas of dried berries, mushrooms, truffles, leather, and vanilla.

Grape Blend: 70% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha (Garnacho), 10% Graciano and Mazuelo

Rioja Alta, Spain region grown in the limestone and alluvial clay soils of the Tondonia meander. Extensively aged for over six years in old American oak barrels inside deep underground caves before bottle aging

Aromas of restrained black fruit, dried roses, damp earth, wild herbs, balsamic hints, and sweet cedar/vanilla. The palate is fresh, fine-boned, and savory with bright juicy plum, red cherry, tobacco, and subtle leather notes backed by firm yet polished tannins.

Vinous (97 Points): Lauded as a benchmark classic with restrained black fruit, wild herbs, balsamic hints, a chalky grip, and a layered finish.

James Suckling (95–96 Points): Praised for its juicy, bright profile, succulent savory plums, and polished, supple tannins