R. Lopez de Heredia • Rioja, Spain
R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia is one of Rioja’s most historic and revered bodegas, founded in 1877 by Don Rafael Lóp…R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia is one of Rioja’s most historic and revered bodegas, founded in 1877 by Don Rafael López de Heredia y Landeta in Haro, in Rioja Alta. Often described as the “cathedral of wine” in Haro, the estate is still…Learn More »
$32
/750ml
2014 Retail Average
93
/100
2014 Pro Rating
Gentle evolution shows in the 2014 R. López de Heredia Viña Cubillo Crianza, with autumnal red fruit layered over notes of dried citrus peel, underbrush, and subtle tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied and energetic, combining tangy, almost orange-toned acidity with firm, slightly rustic tannins that keep the finish long and savory. Traditional in style, it offers both immediate pleasure and enough structure for further cellaring.
Grilled lamb chops; Wild mushroom ragù; Rioja-style potatoes with chorizo
