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Marqués de Murrieta 2009 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Rioja DOC, Spain

2009 Rioja Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva

Marqués de Murrieta 2009 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva from Rioja, Spain, embodies a rich and full red wine experience. The regal Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva varietal brings forth a robust body that offers a velvety smooth texture on the palate. This wine showcases a delicate balance with low acidity that allows the fruit flavors to shine through elegantly. The fruit intensity is moderate, providing a delightful blend of ripe fruit notes that are complemented by well-integrated tannins, offering structure and depth to each sip. A true gem from the Rioja region, this wine is a testament to the art of winemaking and the beloved traditions of Spain.

Tasting notes:


The wine shows an elegant range of aromas in which the strawberry and raspberry scents are enhanced with clove and nutmeg touches and hints of tea leaves, fine leather, and graphite.

Leather

Leather

Cloves

Cloves

Raspberry

Raspberry

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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