COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo, Garnacha
PRODUCER
Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Marqués de Murrieta Reserva 2020 is a distinguished red wine from the Rioja DOCa appellation in Spain, produced by Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta. Founded in 1852, the winery is one of Rioja's oldest and most prestigious, with a vision to create estate-style wines. The Marqués de Murrieta Reserva is considered the estate's flagship, representing the personality of the Finca Ygay estate. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its refined style and balance. The grapes are sourced from the Finca Ygay estate, located in the Rioja Alta region, known for its calcareous-clay soils and varied altitudes.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate spans 300 hectares, surrounding the historic Castillo de Ygay.
Fact 02
The wine is aged for 21 months in American oak barrels.
Fact 03
It's a blend dominated by Tempranillo, a hallmark of Rioja.
Fact 04
The winery dates back to the mid-19th century.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Marqués de Murrieta Reserva 2020 begins with destemming the grapes, which are then fermented separately in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for about 8 days, with extended skin contact. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 21 months in 225-liter American oak barrels. The grapes are sourced from the Finca Ygay estate, which features calcareous-clay soils and vineyards situated at altitudes between 320 and 485 meters above sea level.
