At a glance

Producer

R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia

Region

DOCa Rioja, La Rioja, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo (80%), Garnacha (15%), Graciano (5%), Mazuelo (5%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

Approximately US$45–75 per 750 ml bottle, depending on market, condition, and availability

Tasting profile

Likely red cherry and dried strawberry with vanilla, cedar, leather, tobacco, dried herbs, and subtle spice; bottle age may bring savory and earthy notes.

Evolution: Fresh red fruit should gradually give way to dried fruit, tea, leather, forest-floor, and more integrated oak notes.

At peak: A poised, traditional Rioja profile with lifted acidity, mellow tannin, and layered savory complexity rather than concentrated modern fruit.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus to high, supporting freshness and longevity.

Tannins

Moderate, generally polished by extended traditional aging.

Alcohol

Typically around 13–13.5% ABV; confirm the specific bottle label.

Aging potential

Good; the producer's traditional élevage and the wine's acidity support continued development over roughly another decade or more in sound cellaring.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2029 to 2045

Optimal window

2026 to 2048

Current status

Young and developing for a traditionally aged Rioja Reserva; approachable now with air, but further bottle aging should add complexity.

Current condition

At about 13 years from vintage, it should show developed fruit and savory oak character, while good storage can preserve substantial freshness and aging potential.

Bosconia is made in a traditionally aged style, with extended barrel and bottle maturation before release. Its acidity and mature, integrated structure favor graceful development, though the suggested peak is an estimate rather than a guarantee and depends on bottle provenance and storage.

Food pairing

Roast lamb, grilled or braised beef, mushrooms, aged Manchego, and other savory dishes that complement its acidity and mature oak character.

Serving

Serving temperature

16–18°C (61–64°F)

Decant

Yes (30–60 minutes, adjusting after tasting) — A gentle decant can open the wine and separate sediment; avoid prolonged aeration if it seems delicate or fading.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

The estate is known for traditional, long élevage and restrained winemaking. Publicly verifiable, vintage-specific details on vineyard inputs, renewable energy, water conservation, and packaging are limited, so these practices cannot be scored as confirmed.

The moderate score reflects a long-established estate and traditional production approach, balanced against insufficient verified evidence for formal environmental certification or quantified energy, water, and emissions programs. This is a cautious assessment, not a claim that the producer lacks such practices.