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Marqués de Murrieta

Marques de Murrieta Castillo Ygay 2012

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Description

Spain / Rioja

The Marqués de Murrieta Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2012 presents itself as a grand, timeless Rioja classic. On the nose, ripe black cherries, plum, and dark berries combine with subtle notes of tea, cedarwood, Mediterranean herbs, and dried flowers. On the palate, the wine is powerful and deep, yet silky and precisely structured, supported by elegant, ripe tannins.

The long aging bestows exceptional complexity and balance upon it: a multifaceted, aristocratic Rioja with enormous length, harmony, and an impressive future. A wine for special moments – and a flagship of Spanish excellence.

Wine profile: Marques de Murrieta Castillo Ygay 2012

Expansion: 34 months in French & American oak barrels

Grape variety (filter): 81% Tempranillo, 19% Mazuelo

Maturity: Now - 2050+

Alcohol content (in % vol.): 14% Vol.

Allergens: contains sulphites

Manufacturer/importer: Marqués de Murrieta S.A., 28046, Madrid, Spain

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Specifications
  • Robert Parker
    94/100
  • James Suckling
    94/100
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Marques de Murrieta

Marqués de Murrieta is one of Spain’s most historic estates and is regarded as the birthplace of quality Rioja wines. Founded in 1852 by Don Luciano de Murrieta, the house introduced the idea of château-style wines inspired by Bordeaux to the region and thereby laid the foundation for the modern Rioja style.

The estate is located on the extensive Ygay Estate in Rioja Alta, whose high-altitude parcels and old vines provide structure, finesse and exceptional longevity. Marqués de Murrieta combines traditional vinification, long barrel and bottle ageing, with precise contemporary cellar work.

Its flagship, Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial, is one of Spain’s most iconic wines and is produced only in outstanding vintages. Marqués de Murrieta stands worldwide for elegance, consistency and remarkable ageing ability.

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Rioja

Rioja is Spain’s best-known wine region and stands for elegant red wines with ageing potential. The main variety is Tempranillo, often accompanied by Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano. The climate varies between Atlantic, continental and Mediterranean influences, creating different stylistic nuances – from fresh and fragrant to powerful and spicy. Ageing ranges from fruit-driven Joven wines to long-matured Reserva and Gran Reserva, classically often in oak. In addition to reds, aromatic white wines, especially Viura, and rosados also shine.

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