Marques de Murrieta Castillo Ygay Rioja Gran Reserva Especial 2012

Winemaker Notes

Marqués de Murrieta's flagship, a benchmark in the D.O. Ca Rioja with an unquestionable recognition worldwide. It represents the consistency of a project started in 1852 and masterfully maintained. Part of its greatness resides on the fact that it is only made in selected vintages. Castillo Ygay has developed a great complexity over the years without losing its exceptional freshness and demonstrating its superb quality and marked elegance.

Blend: 81% Tempranillo, 19% Mazuelo

The 2010 Marques de Murrieta Castillo Ygay was named Wine Spectator's #1 Wine of the Year in 2020.  Their newest flagship release Castillo Ygay 2012 just arrived in the USA was awarded 100pts!

Critical Acclaim

100pts James Suckling
So much dried flower, mushroom, iron, rust, sweet berry, and grilled orange. Full-bodied with very elegant and refined tannins that melt in the mouth and give a real sense of place and integrity. Balanced and harmonious. The finesse and finish is endless. Production was 30% less than in 2011. Already so drinkable. A wonderful future. This is the new 1934 or 1964, two legends. Drink or hold.

750ml

Net Item - no further discounts