Lopez de Heredia, Rioja Reserva "Bosconia", 2014 AFKAT_2024 but it’s coiled rather than

but it’s coiled rather than explosive

and just the right amount of oak influence

and a graceful touch of spice

cassis—and subtle hints of tobacco and dried herbs

Perfect for easy sipping neat

Lopez de Heredia, Rioja Reserva "Bosconia", 2014 AFKAT_2024 but it’s coiled rather thanLpez 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