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Marqués de Murrieta

1986 Castillo Ygay Blanco Gran Reserva Especial

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This is a triumph. An amazing white showing roasted pineapple, dried apple, flowers and hints of lemon curd on the nose. Hints of almonds, too. Full-body, closed and tight with amazing depth and beauty. Waxy, salty, and creamy. Goes on for minutes. 21 years in wood, seven in concrete and then about three years in bottle.


First year since 1978. Viura with a hint of malvasia. I have the same mind-tingling sensation tasting this as tasting the 1963 Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva Blanco.

About Marqués de Murrieta

Marqués de Murrieta is one of the most prestigious and historic wineries in Spain, located in the renowned wine region of La Rioja. Established in 1852 by Luciano de Murrieta, it played a pivotal role in introducing modern winemaking techniques to Spain, inspired by Bordeaux traditions.

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Marqués de Murrieta Wine Bar

Carretera Logroño-Zaragoza, Logroño, La Rioja, Spain

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