2004 R. López de Heredia Rioja Reserva Viña Tondonia
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89 Points
Wednesday, August 7, 2019 - Day 1 Coravined
Day 2 Coravined
Day 3 popped
Day 3 notes: sweet cherry, leather, pencil, dense damp and smoky
Palate: savoury full bodied, sweet tannin, nice.
On Day 1 and 2, it was pleasant, but I could only say “it’s feels as though there is more to it.”
On Day 3, it is finally emerging and the rating is based on Day 3.
Very often with these nice aged Spanish wines, I feel the first few glasses so often does not do it justice. And Not until I’m nearly finished the bottle is when I truely enjoy the wine. I’ve tried using a vinturi aerator after coravin on my first pour, but it just doesn’t get the same results as Day3. If you know a way, do not hesitate to let me know!
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Comment posted by dustbuddy:
8/7/2019 5:24:00 PM - I think that you probably just need to age the wine for much longer. 2004 is a relatively recent release by Spanish standards. Mine are all happily sleeping.
Comment posted by Tannatastic:
8/8/2019 12:40:00 PM - Yeah, I'd tend to agree. Top quality Rioja ages for decades, and 2004 is a big vintage. It should comfortably drink well for another couple of decades. Try again in 5? You'll probably see a little change then.
Comment posted by ProperClaret:
8/9/2019 6:16:00 AM - Completely agree with the other commenters... it just needs time. The only way to enjoy one now would be with about five or six hours in a decanter.