Generous, earthy nose. Plums, cedar. Average palate at first, but improved significantly with more time in the glass. Nice aged Rioja. Decent value at current $70 retail price.
Quite translucent, clear in the glass. Rustic, sweet cherries, tobacco nose. Some spices. The palate is so soft. Tasty palate with hints of caramel on the finish. Gorgeous wine!
Spain, Andalucía, Manzanilla de Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Golden yellow. Refreshing nose with lemon tart, apples, oranges. Some heat. The palate is very unique... it starts with a oxidized dry wine, but then after about 10 seconds, it turns into a very unique, extremely long, rich, nutty, smokey finish. Really lovely!
1996 R. López de Heredia Rioja Blanco Reserva Viña Tondonia 90 Points
Spain, La Rioja, La Rioja Alta, Rioja
Medium Yellow. Modest nose upon opening but then opened up after ~30 minutes. Smooth palate with citrus, some honey, minerals.
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1991 R. López de Heredia Rioja Blanco Gran Reserva Viña Tondonia 92 Points
Spain, La Rioja, La Rioja Alta, Rioja
Medium yellow. Gorgeous rustic nose. Citrus, spices. Smooth.
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