2012 R. Lopez de Heredia 'Viña Tondonia' Reserva, Rioja

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2012 R. Lopez de Heredia 'Viña Tondonia' Reserva, RiojaFounded in the late 1800s by D. Rafael Lpez de Heredia y Landeta, the estate is a rarity in Rioja, using only estate bottled fruit from their prized vineyards (Tondonia, Cubillo, Bosconia and Zaconia). Following a tradition, the wines are released at least 5 10 years after harvest. In average, vines are 45 years old, organically farmed, creating wines that exhibit great terroir.

Light tannins develop structure and complexity

the wine is aged for 12-15 months in 15-18% new oak barrels

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The wine then ages for 16 months in oak barrels

Until 2002

traditional open tank fermentation

its terroir and the choices of winemaking in the vineyard and the cellar

Bergère will develop into one of the region’s most desirable producers

wild berries

bursting with aromas of sweet berries

Domaine Duroché is run by fifth-generation Pierre Duroché

Remarkable savoury finish