ABOUT THIS WINE
This Gran Reserva hails from the Via Tondonia vineyard, a historic 100-hectare site along the Ebro River in Haro, at the heart of Rioja Alta. Composed primarily of Tempranillo, with Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo in supporting roles, the 1980 vintage underwent Lpez de Heredias signature extended aging regime: nearly 10 years in neutral American oak barrels, followed by further aging in bottle before releaseoften decades later.
1980 was a cooler, classically styled vintage, resulting in wines with high acidity, moderate alcohol, and superb aging potential. The long barrel aging and oxidative handling lend the wine its signature patina: layers of spice, dried fruit, and evolved savoriness without losing freshness. Best enjoyed with simple, traditional farethink roasted lamb, aged Manchego, or earthy mushroom dishesto honor its understated depth.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Founded in 1877, Lpez de Heredia is one of Spains most revered and traditional wineries, still run by the same family across four generations. Located in Haros famed Barrio de la Estacin, the bodega is legendary for its unwavering commitment to classical winemaking: own-rooted vines, hand harvesting, wild fermentation, long aging in old barrels, and release only when the wines are deemed readysometimes decades after harvest.
The estates philosophy is one of patience, purity, and resistance to modern trends. The Via Tondonia Gran Reserva is the epitome of this ethos: a wine not made for market demand, but for those who understand and cherish the beauty of time. It is a rare and enduring benchmark of traditional Rioja, treasured for its quiet power, longevity, and soulful transparency.
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