Lopez de Heredia Rioja Reserva Vina Tondonia 2012 CS20230828 and grains of paradise

and grains of paradise

Fruit comes from two contrasting sites — slate-and-granite slopes above the Sil in Amandi

elderflower

this streamlined Loire red showcases the grape's refined character without oak interference

a chalky texture

Lopez de Heredia Rioja Reserva Vina Tondonia 2012 CS20230828 and grains of paradiseFrom one of Spain's most historic bodegasoperating since 1877this traditional Reserva represents serious old school Rioja. Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo spent six years aging in American oak before bottling. A dry year yielded healthy grapes with perfect balance between alcohol and tannin. The garnet wine reveals ash and plum marmalade aromas with herbal undertones, a chalky texture, and a compact, flavorful finish built for decades