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WTN: Gravonia

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WTN: Gravonia

by Jenise » Wed Aug 10, 2022 2:22 pm

Last night with pork chops braised in an onion-sherry sauce:

2013 R. López de Heredia Rioja Blanco Viña Gravonia Viura, Macabeo
As another CT reviewer said, "Compares to nothing I know, in a class of it's own. Full-bodied but fresh, elegant and mouthfilling...." I'll add: fresh and dried pears, salty minerality, and more minimally oxidative than any Gravonia I've had in the past. Hypnotic on nose and palate with echo chambers of flavor and a looooong finish. For my tastes, best vintage of Gravonia so far.
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Re: WTN: Gravonia

by David M. Bueker » Wed Aug 10, 2022 3:40 pm

I thought I had more Gravonia in the cellar. I was incorrect. I actually have three bottles of the 2005 R. López de Heredia Rioja Blanco Reserva Viña Tondonia. Huh.
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Re: WTN: Gravonia

by Jenise » Wed Aug 10, 2022 4:10 pm

Lucky you, I guess, since you've said you don't care for the Gravonia. But honestly, I don't know how any experienced wine person can not love this--except for, as said elsewhere, anyone who hates sherry/flor flavors.
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