1999 R. López de Heredia Rioja Blanco Reserva Viña Tondonia
Community Tasting Note
Thomas D. wrote:
88 Points
Tuesday, February 3, 2015 - so far so good but lacks complexity, wine needs air. Good for fish and seafood thanks to the fresh acidity.
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Comment posted by Travis D:
2/4/2015 4:13:00 PM - I was underwhelmed by this as well. Prefer the 98 at this point in time.
Comment posted by Thomas D.:
2/5/2015 12:38:00 PM - Thanks for the hint, will store the other bottle. Have you ever tasted older bottles, like from the early nineties?
Comment posted by Travis D:
2/5/2015 1:01:00 PM - I had a 91 at a tasting that stood out from the rest of the whites that night but don't have any specifics to compare to the 98 and 99. Those are the only 3 vintages and based on them and the Gravonias I've had, I definitely like the house style. 99 just happens to be my least favorite at this time.
Comment posted by Thomas D.:
2/7/2015 10:00:00 AM - I agree, the style is very nice, will try the reds when I get the chance.