Memory lane 8.
Jul 16th, 2017
It is well known that classic white Rioja can handle decades in a bottle. I believe Lopez de Heredia is a true master at this game.
This 1981 Tondonia is rustic and musty at first then, after decanted, open with a beautifull palate, full and dense with a super be acidity. It is a wine you cannot compare to anything in the world but this mix of brightness, light oxidation and maturity is phenomenal. A very serious wine with tons of spices, with a sexy cassonade/ cinnamon nose. I absolutely loved it. A true experience
It is well known that classic white Rioja can handle decades in a bottle. I believe Lopez de Heredia is a true master at this game.
This 1981 Tondonia is rustic and musty at first then, after decanted, open with a beautifull palate, full and dense with a super be acidity. It is a wine you cannot compare to anything in the world but this mix of brightness, light oxidation and maturity is phenomenal. A very serious wine with tons of spices, with a sexy cassonade/ cinnamon nose. I absolutely loved it. A true experience
4 people found it helpfulMay 9th, 2015
Damnnnn! So fresh and so clean! Have not had much heredia blancos, but assumed the oxidative edge would be much more intense. Although it was present, this btl tasted incredibly fresh. Mint, lemon, cedar, great acidity. These are now on my radar. (Late release)
Damnnnn! So fresh and so clean! Have not had much heredia blancos, but assumed the oxidative edge would be much more intense. Although it was present, this btl tasted incredibly fresh. Mint, lemon, cedar, great acidity. These are now on my radar. (Late release)
3 people found it helpfulJul 20th, 2016
With "flavors of Brittany".... Lobster, plancton Gel, bisque, sweetbreads & Bone marrow dumpling
With "flavors of Brittany".... Lobster, plancton Gel, bisque, sweetbreads & Bone marrow dumpling
3 people found it helpfulFeb 8th, 2014
#RaidingTheCellar @ NoMad. Where summer turns to fall in the glass: Lopez Tondonia Blanco '91 BTG via @Coravin
#RaidingTheCellar @ NoMad. Where summer turns to fall in the glass: Lopez Tondonia Blanco '91 BTG via @Coravin
2 people found it helpfulSep 12th, 2013
Interesting wine, slight oxidized note, honey, butterscotch, wax with an oily texture.
Interesting wine, slight oxidized note, honey, butterscotch, wax with an oily texture.
1 person found it helpfulOct 26th, 2016
Really tastefull and nice, lacks a bit of acidity, but still crisp and fresh juice after some 22 years in a bottle
Really tastefull and nice, lacks a bit of acidity, but still crisp and fresh juice after some 22 years in a bottle
1 person found it helpfulFeb 21st, 2016
1981 vintage. Just an awesome bottle of wine!
1981 vintage. Just an awesome bottle of wine!
1 person found it helpfulAug 30th, 2015
Lopez De Heredia Vina Tondonia Blanco 1968 Gran Reserva
Lopez De Heredia Vina Tondonia Blanco 1968 Gran Reserva
1 person found it helpfulNov 12th, 2014
A little bit of barrel and maybe a few years too late.
A little bit of barrel and maybe a few years too late.
1 person found it helpfulMar 21st, 2014
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