COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Macabeo, Malvasia
PRODUCER
R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Viña Gravonia Crianza Blanco is a white wine from the Rioja DOCa, produced by R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia. This wine is crafted from 100% Macabeo grapes, with some sources indicating a small addition of Malvasia. The producer, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia, is a historic estate founded in 1877, known for its traditional winemaking philosophy and dedication to its own vineyards. The wine originates from the Rioja Alta region, recognized for its quality viticulture. A distinctive feature of this wine is its extended aging process in oak, contributing to its unique character.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€52
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines used for this wine are over 90 years old.
Fact 02
Aged for four years in seasoned American oak barrels.
Fact 03
Fermented with native yeasts in old oak vats.
Fact 04
James Suckling rated the 2016 vintage 100/100.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Viña Gravonia Crianza Blanco is produced using traditional methods. The grapes are fermented in large, old oak vats with native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for four years in seasoned American oak barrels. The producer, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia, is known for its commitment to these time-tested techniques, focusing on the expression of the vineyard and the development of wines with significant aging capacity.
