Marques de Murrieta – Rioja Tinto reserva

Own vineyards: Within our 300-hectare property, Ygay Estate, which surrounds the winery in the south of the Rioja Alta area. There is an altitude difference of 165 meters between the lowest point, located at 320 meters and the highest peak, located at 485 meters. first peeled and then fermented in stainless steel tanks, at a controlled temperature for 8 days, in permanent contact with the skin. During fermentation, the wine is pumped over the grape shell from the surface of the tank (reassembly) and the skin cap is immersed in the fermenting wine (immersion). Both processes ensure a perfect color and extraction of flavors, without producing excess tannins. After that, the solid parts of the grapes are pressed into vertical presses with two snails. It is a smooth and low-speed treatment that favors the extraction of the color and tannins found in the peel of the grapes. Maturation process: 18 months in 225-liter American oak barrels and 24 months in the bottlebefore being placed on the market . Gastronomic associations: All types of red meat, Iberian ham, grilled fish and dishes with strong aromatic sauces. Consumption temperature 16º-18ºC. Decantation: we recommend letting it breathe before consumption_ Wine Guide ABC Newspaper (Spain): 93 points. “I think the producers decided to focus on the quality of the vineyard and let it take its course in the cellar. It is a correct choice. Very smooth, even fine, it offers all the aroma of round tempranillo and a pleasant finish ”by J. Fernández Cuesta. Proenza wine guide (Spain): 93 points. “Well integrated and balanced, vigorous, broad” by A. Proensa. Peñín Wine Guide (Spain): 92 points. An excellent wine. “Ripe fruits, sweet spices, creamy oak, expressive, fine reductive notes. Full of flavor, fruity, fried, round tannins. ” Parker Wine Advocate (USA): 91 points. Among the best values ​​in Rioja. “It has intense balsamic notes of incense, smoked meat, skin, cumin and cherries, which make it typical of Rioja. On the palate it feels of a medium body, balanced, with excellent acidity and freshness. A serious vintage from Murrieta Reserva that presents an excellent balance between tradition and modernity. To drink in 2014-2028. ” by L. Gutiérrez. International Wine Cellar (USA): 91 points. “Extremely fragrant aromas of red currants, cherry peel, vanilla and fresh flowers. Smoky and expansive on the palate, offering slightly sweet aromas of black fruit and a hint of bitter chocolate. The vanilla note reappears on the contoured finish of smooth, finely granulated tannins. ” by S. Tanzer. Wine Spectator (USA): 90 points. Spectator Selection: Smart Purchase: “This generous red wine offers aromas of ripe plums, toasted figs and chocolate, with hints of licorice and ripe spices. The round texture is backed by well-integrated tannins and tender acidity. ” o° C. Austin.