2021 Is One of Rioja’s Greatest Vintages - This Wine is Proof

Описание: Marques de Murrieta Rioja (Reserva) 2021

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Some wines feel like opening a pack of baseball cards.

The 2021 Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Reserva is one of those wines.

One of the most anticipated Rioja releases of the year. From one of the hottest estates in Spain. In one of the greatest vintages Rioja has produced this century.

2021 belongs in the same conversation as 2004 and 2010.

This Reserva comes entirely from Murrieta’s Finca Ygay estate, aged 26 months in mostly used American oak barrels. The blend is 86% Tempranillo with Graciano, Mazuelo, and Garnacha rounding it out.

The style is modern classic. Think La Rioja Alta structure meets a slightly richer, darker-fruited profile. Black cherry, blackberry, toasted spice, subtle vanilla, dusty earth, and perfectly framed tannins.

The texture is what separates it. The 2021 vintage delivered remarkable tannin quality. Present but never intrusive. Structured yet silky. This wine will drink beautifully now and evolve effortlessly for 15 to 20 years.

Critics noticed.

96 points from Decanter.
96 points from Jeb Dunnuck.
95 points from Wine Advocate.

The same estate produces a Reserva Especial pushing $300.

This wine is under $30.

For pedigree, vintage quality, and aging potential, this is one of the smartest Rioja buys on the market right now.