The 2011 has that wonderful ‘Tondonia’ character of rich, red and black fruit mixed with leather and cured jamón. Even in the aromas, the freshness of the wine is apparent, complemented perfectly by musky, scented notes of potpourri and incense.
The palate is delicate and fresh, with a lovely core of fresh redcurrant and raspberry fruit. As with many Tondonia vintages, this needs some air to relax properly, but the total concentration of the vintage is revealed before long. There is a gorgeous succulence to the weight of fruit on the palate, all offset by a fine line of citrus acidity running right through the core.
The fine tannins still have a noticeable grip and linger on the long, cherry-violet-chocolate finish, which hums with a tangerine twist. This is vibrant, fresh and fine; a vintage to drink slightly earlier than the 2010, but one still with huge staying power that will hold for a long time.
Drink 2024 (decanted) to 2048
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