with a touch of earthiness that reflects the Montalcino terroir
mineral-driven quality that lingers
integrated form: dried fruit
operating from Erik's Roslyn garage since 2017
and their 2023 Pinot Noir shows just how far the region has come
Lopez de Heredia, Rioja Reserva "Bosconia", 2014 no20230524 with a touch of earthinessLpez de Heredia is one of Rioja's most important and historical bodegas; Via Bosconia is their approximation of Burgundy, and is the only wine sold in a curved Burgundy bottle. Of course, its not Pinot Noir; rather, its a blend of 80% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha and a splash of Mazuelo (Carignan) and Graciano. Luis Gutierrez of the Wine Advocate calls it, "elegant and nuanced, developed but young for its age, with a seamless palate and very fine