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DETAILS: “Perhaps no winery in the world guards its traditions as proudly and steadfastly as López de Heredia does… it is paradoxically a winery in the vanguard, its viticulture and winemaking, is a shining, visionary example for young, forward-thinking producers all over the world… At López de Heredia, there is serenity that comes with adherence to core principles…” August 12th, 2009 by Eric Asimov, The New York Times.
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There are few wineries in Spain, or in the world, whose name conjures the heritage and prestige evoked by R. López de Heredia. Little about this winery has changed in the 142 years since its founding by, Don Rafael López de Heredia. The family adheres to a winemaking doctrine blueprinted in the 1880s – to make wine only from their own vineyards.
When it comes to the winemaking process, the work in the vineyard has not changed since the 1880’s. R. López de Heredia is a “traditionalist” through and through and keeping the traditions alive today is important to maintain not only the quality but the personality of the house. Working by hand with some of the best terroir, respecting the soil, and working with nature on what it needs is something R. López de Heredia is very proud of.
Today, R. López de Heredia’s great-granddaughter Mercedes López de Heredia is the winemaker of these world-class, highly sought after, and increasingly rare wines. This is one of several one-in-a-lifetime wine tasting seminars part of this year’s Portland Wine Week Opening Day schedule.
Wine professional Cary Coor will lead you in a wine tasting of the following current release reds across their portfolio + one library wine. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to taste these incredible wines side by side. They will be available for purchase through Wine Wise for those who would like to add some to their cellar collection:
2012 Viña Cubillo Crianza
2008 Viña Bosconia Reserva
2008 Viña Tondonia Reserva
2008 Viña Tondonia Reserva
THE VINEYARD TONDONIA — Don Rafael López de Heredia acquired Viña Tondonia from a group of clergies in 1913. The Tondonia vineyard is a beautiful vineyard of over 247 acres, 1,600 feet above sea level, situated on the right bank of the Ebro River in Rioja Alta. The soil is Alluvial clay with a high concentration of Limestone. There are 4 varieties of red grapes planted in this vineyard: Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Graciano, and Garnacho.
THE VINEYARD BOSCONIA — The vineyard “El Bosque” is situated beside the Ebro River, with a height of 1,527 feet above sea level, less than a mile from the winery. The soil is clay and Limestone. It has a total of 37 acres: Tempranillo, red Garnacho, Mazuelo, and Graciano. Originally, the founder, due to his French influence, gave the wines names inspired by French wines.
THE VINEYARD CUBILLAS — The Viña Cubillo wine comes from the vineyard “Cubillas”, which is 2 miles away from the winery. Its height is 1,348 feet above sea level and the vines have an average age of 40 years. The soil is from the terciaria age, composed of clay and limestone. The surface is 59 acres: Tempranillo, Garnacho, Mazuelo, and Graciano. Historically, the wines from that vineyard were called “Special Harvest”.
About Cary Coor — she hails from the Midwest but her roots are in Spanish vines. Cary is currently a WSET student with a passion for educating others on the remarkable wines of Spain. Cary has been collaborating with Think Global Wines, the U.S. importer of R. López de Heredia wines, for 6 years. She travels from coast to coast presenting and sharing Think Global’s incredible wine portfolio.
GET YOUR TICKETS TO ALL OPENING DAY EVENTS:
9:30–11:30 am Panel Discussion & Tasting: The Past, Present and Future of Winemaking in the American Northeast $15
2–4:30 pm Five Wine Tasting Seminars: $40 - $125
5:30–9:00 pm Women in Wine Dinner, Who paired it Better?: $150
