
The 2016 Gran Reserva From Marques de Murrieta is one of the best of all time from this great Rioja address. Founded in 1852 by Don Luciano Murrieta, who learned techniques in Bordeaux and applied them to the terroir of Rioja, creating the first wines that were to be exported from Rioja and subsequently was one of the producers that brought popularity to the region. Today the estate is operated by the Cebrián-Sagarriga family, who purchased the winery in 1983 and has continued the legacy of this great address, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity. The wines of Marqués de Murrieta come from the famous vineyards of Ygay, an estate of 300 hectares located in the southern part of Rioja Alta, which is one of the best locations in Rioja, with some of the higher-end wines going for hundreds of dollars in great vintages. Winemaking is led by María Vargas, who takes great pride in these historic vineyards and won best winemaker in the world in 2017. The Limited Edition Grand Reserva is only made in great vintages and is a selection of the best barrels in the cellar. Each variety in the blend—82% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano, and 8% Mazuelo—is aged separately in American oak for 26 months before extended bottle aging, resulting in a wine of complexity, structure, and remarkable aging potential. 2016 is an outstanding vintage for this wine, with Rioja seeing a large, healthy harvest, making for the best vintage of this wine ever.
Vinous 96 pts! The 2016 Gran Reserva is a meticulously crafted blend of 82% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 8% Mazuelo sourced from the esteemed Ygay Estate in Rioja Alta. It aged for up to 26 months in American oak barrels. This wine epitomizes the essence of Rioja reds when vineyard management and winemaking precision align with a distinct stylistic vision. Presenting an opaque garnet hue, it entices with a bouquet of complex aromas: plum marmalade, herbal undertones, maraschino cherry, dried fruits, licorice and subtle hints of balsamic and menthol. On the palate, it offers a dry and robust profile with a velvety, juicy texture. The finish is long, balanced and harmonious. The 2016 vintage exemplifies a wine crafted for aging, just beginning to reveal the nuances and intricacies of a bouquet that will evolve with time. (Drink between 2024 - 2035)
2016 Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Limited Edition Gran Reserva Eta W/O 1-20-25
2016 Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Limited Edition Gran Reserva Eta W/O 1-20-25
The 2016 Gran Reserva From Marques de Murrieta is one of the best of all time from this great Rioja address. Founded in 1852 by Don Luciano Murrieta, who learned techniques in Bordeaux and applied them to the terroir of Rioja, creating the first wines that were to be exported from Rioja and subsequently was one of the producers that brought popularity to the region. Today the estate is operated by the Cebrián-Sagarriga family, who purchased the winery in 1983 and has continued the legacy of this great address, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity. The wines of Marqués de Murrieta come from the famous vineyards of Ygay, an estate of 300 hectares located in the southern part of Rioja Alta, which is one of the best locations in Rioja, with some of the higher-end wines going for hundreds of dollars in great vintages. Winemaking is led by María Vargas, who takes great pride in these historic vineyards and won best winemaker in the world in 2017. The Limited Edition Grand Reserva is only made in great vintages and is a selection of the best barrels in the cellar. Each variety in the blend—82% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano, and 8% Mazuelo—is aged separately in American oak for 26 months before extended bottle aging, resulting in a wine of complexity, structure, and remarkable aging potential. 2016 is an outstanding vintage for this wine, with Rioja seeing a large, healthy harvest, making for the best vintage of this wine ever.
Vinous 96 pts! The 2016 Gran Reserva is a meticulously crafted blend of 82% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 8% Mazuelo sourced from the esteemed Ygay Estate in Rioja Alta. It aged for up to 26 months in American oak barrels. This wine epitomizes the essence of Rioja reds when vineyard management and winemaking precision align with a distinct stylistic vision. Presenting an opaque garnet hue, it entices with a bouquet of complex aromas: plum marmalade, herbal undertones, maraschino cherry, dried fruits, licorice and subtle hints of balsamic and menthol. On the palate, it offers a dry and robust profile with a velvety, juicy texture. The finish is long, balanced and harmonious. The 2016 vintage exemplifies a wine crafted for aging, just beginning to reveal the nuances and intricacies of a bouquet that will evolve with time. (Drink between 2024 - 2035)