Rioja Crianza Cubillo, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia 2013

There is a touch of tobacco on the nose with hints of vanilla, rosewater and spice. In the mouth there is dark fruit, some smoky meatiness and, above all, a freshness and an authenticity that beguiles. This is classic, old-school Rioja, and a wine that is complete in every sense. A touch of salinity on the finish completes the picture. A wine of rare character. Delicious, and outstanding value.