About Vina Tondonia Rioja Reserva 375ml
Vina Tondonia Rioja Reserva is a masterclass in traditional Rioja and one of the most iconic mature red wines in Spain. Silky, savoury and beautifully evolved, the wine opens with layers of dried cherry, tobacco leaf, cedar, leather, spice and earthy forest notes, all wrapped around a core of vibrant acidity that keeps the palate remarkably fresh. Time has softened the tannins into an elegant, seamless texture, while the long ageing process gives the wine incredible complexity without ever feeling heavy. This is the kind of Rioja that quietly unfolds over an evening, showing finesse, subtlety and extraordinary balance with every glass.
Founded in 1877, Lopez de Heredia is one of the most historic and revered wineries in Rioja, with its famous Tondonia cellars built beside Haro’s original railway station during the great expansion of Rioja wine exports. The sandstone winery buildings and ancient oak barrels remain preserved much as they were over 150 years ago, with some of the oak still maintained and repaired rather than replaced, creating a style that is impossible to replicate elsewhere. The estate works with just four vineyards located within four kilometres of Haro, which is why the winery only produces four core labels, each deeply tied to place and history. Every grape is hand harvested using traditional comporta baskets, fermented with natural wild yeasts and handled with extraordinary patience, preserving a style of Rioja that feels increasingly rare in the modern wine world.
