Viña Tondonia Red Gran Reserva 1995

Characteristics of the vintage:: Year of a very early maturation. Since March the vineyards showed a month in advance in comparison with any other normal year in Rioja. There were plenty of buds and a very good pollination. We had an early harvest as well starting in our House starting with the red grapes in October 9th. The sun shinned without stopping for two weeks which give us a perfect maturation even obtaining average alcohol contains of 13% Vol. all over Rioja Alta, which it was unusual at that time. We had plenty of grapes in Rioja in general as well as in our House but also with a very good quality. This wine has developed fantastically having plenty of vocation for more bottle ageing.
Tasting:: Colour: Vibrant red leading slightly towards amber. Nose: Light fresh texture with notes of vanilla and dried berry aromas. Taste: Rich, very dry, smooth, developed. Firm tannins and balance.
Grape Varieties:: Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Mazuelo and Graciano (10%), all from our own vineyards.
Ageing period in barrels:: 10 years, being racked twice a year and fined with fresh egg whites.
Ageing period in bottle:: Rest, unfiltered, bottled in 75 and 37.5 cl. bottles.
Alcohol Volume:: 12% Vol.
Total Acidity:: 6 g/l.
Residual Sugar:: Very Dry.
Gastronomy:: Goes well with all meat dishes irrespective of their preparation.
Conservation period:: Ready to drink now, it can be stored a few more years in conditions of constant temperature (14ºC) and humidity (75-80%).
Serving temperature:: 18º to 20º C depending on the circumstances.
Quantity made:: 24,687 bottles.