López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva 2004

A Rioja time capsule: that is the feeling you'll have when tasting the wines of Lopez de Heredia, particularly the 2004 Gran Reserva Vina 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 craftmanship-it's the essence of time and terroir.