R. López de Heredia Reserva Viña Bosconia 2011

Classic Bosconia, the Tempranillo-led blend with Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano opens on sour cherry, cola and cedar, with liquorice and dried herbs threading through faded floral notes. Nimble and medium-bodied, the texture is silky but the chalky tannins keep everything taut and precise. Quiet bottle age has added complexity without blunting the wine's essential focus, this is López de Heredia's unhurried philosophy made tangible. A fine vintage that rewards patience.