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Crianza

1973 Rioja Red Blend

The Muga Crianza 1973 is a captivating example of a classic red blend from the renowned Rioja region in Spain. Exhibiting a beautiful deep red color, this wine greets the senses with a bouquet of rich dark fruit and subtle earthy undertones. The body is medium, providing a well-rounded mouthfeel that enhances its complexity. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly balancing the fruitiness and adding an invigorating quality to the palate. Tannins are notable yet refined, offering a gentle structure that supports the wine's elegant profile. Moreover, this blend is curated to be dry, allowing the flavors of ripe berries and hints of spice to shine through without any overwhelming sweetness. Overall, the Muga Crianza presents a timeless expression of craftsmanship and terroir, showcasing the excellence of its vintage.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Rioja

If you want to understand Spain, pour yourself a glass of Rioja. This historic northern region produces some of the country's most famous wines, typically mature, savory reds that go majestically with roast lamb. Rioja's vineyards trace the flow of the Ebro River through a valley protected by the nearby Cantabrian Mountains. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano are the key red grapes, with Viura leading the white grapes. There are three main classifications of red wines: Gran Reserva (aged for five years, at least two in barrel), Reserva (aged for three years, one in barrel), and Crianza (aged for two years, one in barrel). Other wines can be young and unoaked—an increasingly popular style that shows off Rioja's modern face.

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