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1976 R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Gran Reserva Rioja
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1976 R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Gran Reserva Rioja

Producer: R. Lopez de Heredia
Style: Red Wine
Grape Type: Tempranillo
Origin: Spain
Region: Rioja

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88? Points | International Wine Cellar , November/December 2000

Pale copper color. Perfumed, rich, complex aromas of black olive, citrus fruits, caramel and game. Lush and textured, with decent freshness and a mineral component, but ultimately less interesting in the mouth than on the nose. Finishes with subtle length. An idiosyncratic, fascinating wine that virtually impossible to score. This may well be appreciated more in the local market.

85 Points | Wine Spectator

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