Delorean's Are Still Cool
The timeless classic movie “Back to the Future” was released 25 years ago on July 3. It ranks as number 10 on AFI’s classic movies, and is just as enjoyable today as it was in 1985.
Lopez de Heredia's White and Rose Wines Have Amazing Colors of Yellow Straw and Gold
While the latest release from Lopez de Heredia, the 2000 Tondonia rosé isn’t 25 years old, the 130 year old winery typically releases it’s wines much later than any other winery. The Gran Reserva wines are often released 6-10 years after production, when they feel the wine is ready to drink.
Upon opening, the wine has an aged, musty nose that takes a few minutes to blow away. It is obvious the wine has some age to it, at first we did not enjoy the funky, slightly oxidized taste.
Paired Perfectly with Cheese and Charcuterie
Like many traditional old-world wines, the Lopez de Heredia Tondonia was built to drink with food, and the difference in flavor was the most dramatic we have experienced in a wine without food pairing. Kir Wine Bar served the Tondonia by the bottle (a great value at $30), and it paired perfectly with the Spanish style tapas. The wine seemed to get younger and fresher the longer as it opened up.
So Beautiful It Deserves A Unique Color Name!
Lopez de Heredia Wines tend to be polarizing wines, either you love them or hate them, and had an “Ah-ha” moment when pairing with the right food. Do not drink like a California Chardonnay! We enjoyed another Lopez de Heredia white wine, the Gravonia even better (paired with grilled sausage).
If you like a fresh, natural, slightly aged European style wine you will love the Lopez de Heredia Wines. Heck, even if you don’t like that style, it’s still worth trying to expand your palate experience, especially for the low $20 price tag.
Kir Wine Bar's Roasted Pistachios with Smoked Paprika, One of Life's Simple Pleasures
More “Back to the Future” irony- Tony Hawk was the original stunt double and “skateboard” consultant for the movie, amazing that a skateboard expert is still relevant 25 years later…
The Most Successful Product of "Back to the Future"??
The Wine:
Lopez de Heredia 2000 Vina Tondonia
Available at City Market, Garrison’s Fine Wines, $23-$25.
