Lopez Heredia, Tondonia Blanco Reserva Vintage:1996 fresh cherries and nuances of

fresh cherries and nuances of chocolate

powerful finish

Mint and leather aromas give way to more meaty-savory elements

as they have started to close down

Lopez Heredia, Tondonia Blanco Reserva Vintage:1996 fresh cherries and nuances ofSpurriers first visit to Lopez de Heredia dates back to 1965 and even in those days the cellars were old fashioned. Happily, not much has changed as today Lopez de Heredia still practice the most traditional winemaking, keeping their top wines in barrel for between 10 and 20 years prior to bottling and release. This distinctive blend of Viura and Malvasia is a perfect example of their unique style. It has a deep colour and an equally deep, rich nose,