Lopez de Heredia : Vina Bosconia Reserva 2011

Characteristics and tasting advice for Vina Bosconia Reserva 2011 from Lopez de Heredia

Tasting

Color
Beautiful ruby color adorned with orange reflections

Nose
The nose is marked by its persistence as well as its intense fruity frame typical of tempranillo.

Palate
This wine has perfectly evolved, displaying a. On the palate, it is round, smooth, fresh, structured and has a beautiful length.

Food and wine pairings

This cuvée ideally accompanies meats such as lamb and game.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 18°C and 20°C.

A structured and elegant red wine from Rioja

The property

Founded in 1877 and among one of the three oldest bodegas in La Rioja, the Bodega Lopez de Heredia is an essential reference among the most beautiful labels of Spanish wines.

A rare still family-owned domain, Bodega Lopez de Heredia has been producing very great red and white wines for several generations, magnifying the potential and richness of a booming wine region, Rioja.

The wines from the Bodega are recognized beyond borders for their complexity, structure, aromatic richness and their significant aging potential.

The vineyard

Bodega Lopez de Heredia oversees a vineyard of 170 hectares of vines spread over 4 autonomous vineyards of the Rioja : Tondonia, Bosconia, Gravonia and Cubillo.

The vintage

A year marked by very low rainfall (about 25% below average) and exceptionally high temperatures in September and October. These conditions led to a very early start of the harvest.

Vinification and aging

Aging of 5 years in barrels, punctuated by two rackings per year.

Blend

Tempranillo (80%), garnacho (15%) then graciano and mazuelo.