Profile of Marqus de Murrieta Winery
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Profile of La Rioja Wine Region
This fabulous winery is one of the oldest and rightfully prestigious bodegas in La Rioja.
Marqus de Murrieta was established in 1852. The winery has changed pedigreed hands over the
years and is now owned and run by an ambitious and dynamic young count, Count of Creixell,
Vicente Cebrian-Sagarriga, whose name graces the Dalmau wines. Murrieta is known for being one
of the most traditional wineries in the region, with the wines spending longer than average
time in oak, and noted for their acidity. Wines include El Dorado de Murrieta Reserva (white
wine, very toasty), Marqus de Murrieta Reserva (classic and dreamy Rioja), Castillo de Ygay
Gran Reserva Especial (80% Tempranillo, 13% Mazuelo, 4% Garnacha Tinta, 3% Graciano. 50 months
in cask. This wine is only released in exceptional years), and Dalmau Reserva (made with 85%
Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Graciano. 30 months in cask. This superb wine is
considered to be one of the best in la Rioja. It is made in a modern style, contrasting with
the more traditional Castillo Ygay, a luscious blockbuster of a wine). The Castle of Murrieta
and the modern winery are located behind Logroo, nestled in its own vineyards. The setting
is gorgeous, as is the amazing tasting room where you will feel like royalty!
Castillo de Ygay Gran Reserva Especial: 90 points from the Wine Spectator! They say: "Maturing
now, this harmonious red offers flavors of dried cherries, wild herbs and exotic spices; it's
firm yet supple, soft yet lively on the palate. A lovely example of the traditional style.
Drink now through 2008. 8,000 cases made." Our notes - "Wow! Upon tasting the '94, I am
reminded why I have always considered Murrieta's Gran Reserva to be one of the greatest wines
from Spain. All of a sudden, around the end of the second glass, a subtle and delicate
intensity sneeks up to completely overwhelm the pleasure center of the brain. Powerfully
subtle. (Ryan Owen, K&L Wines, California)"
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Wines
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| Castillo de Ygay Gran Reserva Especial (Red) |
80% Tempranillo, 13% Mazuelo, 4% Garnacha Tinta, 3% Graciano, 50 months in cask |
| Dalmau Reserva (Red) |
85% Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Graciano, 30 months in cask |
| El Dorado de Murrieta Reserva (White) |
90 % Viura, 5% garnacha Blanca, 5% Malvasia, 30 months in cask |
| Pazo Barrantes (White) |
DO Rias Baixas, Galicia, made with 100% Albario |
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Address:
Marqus de Murrieta
Castillo de Ygay
26006 Logroo, Spain
Tel: +34 941 271 370
Fax: +34 941 251 606
Email: rrpp@marquesdemurrieta.com
Website: www.marquesdemurrieta.com
Winery Details
D.O.: La Rioja
Founded: 1852
Area under Vine: 200 ha
Age of Vines: 20 year old vines, "Vaso" and "Cordon Doble" pruning methods
Grape Varietals: Tempranillo, Garnacha Tonta, Mazuelo, Graciano, Viura, Malvasia, Garnacha Blanca
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