{"product_id":"marques-de-murrieta-gran-reserva-2016","title":"Marques de Murrieta Gran Reserva 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarqués de Murrieta Gran Reserva 2016 is a definitive example of high-altitude traditional Rioja, produced exclusively from the Ygay Estate in Rioja Alta.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis estate is one of the oldest in Spain, having been founded in 1852 by Luciano de Murrieta. The winery's philosophy centers on a deep respect for its 300-hectare Ygay Estate, where vineyards are situated between 320 and 485 metres in altitude. The Gran Reserva is only produced in exceptional years, representing a meticulous selection of fruit designed for extraordinary longevity. This 2016 vintage marks a milestone for the estate as it was crafted during a period of significant modernization, including the completion of a new gravity-fed winery facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWine Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 vintage presents a deep ruby-red hue with garnet highlights. The sensory profile is remarkably complex and focused, offering a layered bouquet of black cherries, plums, black olives, and autumn leaves, alongside refined hints of Earl Grey tea, graphite, and cocoa powder. On the palate, the wine is medium-to-full-bodied and harmonious, exhibiting a \"sleek\" texture with fine-grained, chalky tannins. It is characterized by its vibrant freshness, savory depth, and a long, fragrant finish featuring nuances of red licorice and dried lavender.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blend for 2016 consists of 82% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano, and 8% Mazuelo. To achieve its \"Gran Reserva\" status, the wine underwent a patient maturation process: it was aged for 26 months in 225-liter American oak barrels, followed by an additional three years in the bottle before its commercial release. This wine has an ABV of 14% and possesses the structural integrity to age gracefully through 2036 and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Aromas of black berries, black olives, black truffles, autumn leaves and earth... Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a complex and complete finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Gran Reserva is a classic partner for robust and savory cuisine. It pairs ideally with roasted lamb, braised beef short ribs, and feathered game. The wine’s bright acidity and integrated tannins also make it a superb match for refined Iberian charcuterie and aged hard cheeses like sharp cheddar or Manchego.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVintage Quality\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 vintage in Rioja is regarded as a \"finesse-driven\" year due to cooler growing conditions compared to the preceding 2015. While the season produced a larger crop, the grapes for the Gran Reserva were harvested in mid-October at optimal phenolic ripeness. This resulted in wines with higher aromatic precision and a more elegant, subtle character, widely considered by critics as a vintage that favors balance and longevity over raw power\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"300070 - Galileo Wine \u0026 Spirits Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42716221243479,"sku":"792971","price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/Marques-de-Murrieta-Gran-Reserva-2016.jpg?v=1776887642","url":"https:\/\/zyn.ca\/products\/marques-de-murrieta-gran-reserva-2016","provider":"ZYN THE WINE MARKET LTD.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}