Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial
Gabriella
87% Tempranillo and 13% Mazuelo, aged for 34 months in American oak and 13 in bottle before release. Dark inky red in color with slight bricking on the rim. Gorgeous black cherry nose, yet hinting at spicier aromas of black pepper, leather and oddly enough, ripe banana. Silky fine tannins pour over my tongue, leaving a trace of their existence only on my teeth and roof of my mouth, as the acidity flushes my palate clean. Reserved flavors of cherry, raspberry and citrus notes on the finish. Well integrated and delicious. Great wine. 4.5/5
Light reddish color to this wine with an old school nose to match the faint bricking at the rim. Nose is classic Rioja, with a cinnamon and sour cherry quality. Light caramel, nuts, and vanilla touches mingle over a cherry tapestry. Light and not in your face, and a pleasure to keep my nose in. In the mouth this has a surprisingly strong tannin component and a high acidity to balance it. Really a nice elegant wine that demands reflection. Finish is medium long and acts as a breeze blowing in touches of this or that as you finish. Soft, light and with enough mystery to keep me hooked. 4.5/5