This deep and complex red wine is the flagship of the Marqués de Murrieta winery. Grown in their famous Ygay estate, the Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial Tinto is a blend of Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Graciano. The wine has a deep ruby-red color, with aromas of ripe red berries and spice, as well as hints of tobacco, leather and toast. On the palate, it has a silky texture, with a harmonious balance of sweet fruit, ripe tannins and a long, lingering finish. This is a wine that can be enjoyed now, or cellared for several years to come.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Marqués de Murrieta Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial Tinto is a balanced and sophisticated blend of Tempranillo and Mazuelo grapes.On the nose, it offers aromas of dark red fruit, cedar and spice. The palate is full-bodied, with a round and elegant tannin structure. Notes of blackberry, blueberry, and dried tobacco linger in the background, as well as subtle hints of leather and licorice. The finish is long and lingering, with a pleasant touch of oak. Overall, this is an enjoyable, complex wine with great depth and character.
Rioja is Spain's most celebrated wine region, located in the north of the country in the autonomous community of La Rioja. It is bordered by the Basque Country, Navarra and Aragón, and is home to some of the country's most iconic wines.
Rioja has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially founded in 1925, and is now one of the most famous and respected wine regions in the world.
CUSTOMER RATING
4.4
5 Reviews
Vintage 2012
05-10-2024
Sullyvann Chatry
The 2012 Castillo Ygay is a outstanding wine that has already garnered widespread acclaim.
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Vintage 2012
07-09-2024
Pien
The 100-point wine was a delightful surprise, its playful and layered character making it a remarkable in the tasting. in contrast the 95-point wine was certainly impressive, its dry conclusion and nuanced nuances ultimately fell short of the 100-point wine's effervescent charm.
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Vintage 2012
05-07-2024
Estong
Rich, round wine with a inky blueberry hue, its nose is driven by by toasted and licorice notes, accompanied by the sweetness of chocolate and honey. The impression is a masterclass in balance, with ripped red and black fruits, extraordinary acidity, and a mild minerality, all tied together by elegant wood accents and polished tannins. The lasting impression is long and satisfying, with a pleasant, fruity aftertaste.