Lopez de Heredia - Rioja Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva Bianco 2005

The Viña Tondonia Blanco Gran Reserva 2005, a white wine, comes from a more powerful vintage. It has a more intense golden color and a nose that reveals greater oxidation and aging, with notes of honey, wax, and a hint of caramel. María José compared it to vintages such as 1976, 1981, and 1957, which had shown earlier maturation. Its profile is different, with a rounder palate marked by the chalky austerity of the limestone soils, and a savory finish with salty notes. It was bottled in November 2019 after 14 years in well-seasoned American oak barrels and oak vats. It has an alcohol content of 12.5%, a pH of 3.4, and an acidity of 6.6 grams. 10,000 bottles were produced. It will be released in the spring of 2026. 2026–2036

The 2005 Gran Reserva Blanco Viña Tondonia spent ten years in American oak barrels, giving it remarkable depth. Blended from Viura and 10% Malvasía, and bottled in November 2019, it offers a nose of layered aromas of acacia, dried flowers, lime zest, and herbs, accompanied by notes of caramel, pastry, and a hint of toast. On the palate, it is dry and enveloping, with a lively, well-integrated freshness and a savory nuance reminiscent of wafer cookies. With exceptional length and refinement, the 2005 vintage stands out here as a great vintage. 2026–2040