Lopez de Heredia, Rioja Reserva "Bosconia", 2014 no20230524 Its richness and balanced bitterness

Its richness and balanced bitterness make it a versatile player behind the bar and an excellent introduction to the world of Italian amari

with a touch of earthiness that reflects the Montalcino terroir

Les Tuvilains 2022 offers a beautiful

and their 2023 Pinot Noir shows just how far the region has come

Lopez de Heredia, Rioja Reserva "Bosconia", 2014 no20230524 Its richness and balanced bitternessLpez 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