1964 López de Heredia "Viña Tondonia" Rioja Gran Reserva, Rioja, Spain

ABOUT THIS WINE

The 1964 vintage is universally considered one of the finest in Rioja’s history—marked by ideal growing conditions and exceptional natural balance. This Gran Reserva is built from a traditional blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo, grown in the estate’s prized Viña Tondonia vineyard along the Ebro River in Rioja Alta.

Fermented in large old oak vats with native yeasts and aged for nearly 10 years in old American oak barrels, the wine was bottled unfiltered and cellared for many more years before release. Now fully mature yet still vibrant, this bottle is a benchmark of longevity and finesse—offering a rare glimpse into Rioja’s golden age. Ideal with aged cheeses, game birds, or simply on its own as a contemplative experience.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia, founded in 1877, is one of Spain’s most historic and iconic producers. Based in Haro, the heart of Rioja Alta, the estate is synonymous with traditional Rioja—eschewing modern winemaking trends in favor of time-honored methods passed down through four generations of the López de Heredia family.

Their approach includes extended aging in old barrels, long bottle maturation, and a deep commitment to vintage character and natural expression. Few estates in the world release wines with such patience and purity. The Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva—especially from vintages like 1964—stands as a timeless testament to the virtues of restraint, tradition, and the extraordinary beauty of aged wine.