Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta - Rioja Reserva 2020

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Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta Description

Bodega Marqués de Murrieta is a cornerstone of Rioja winemaking with a rich legacy and unwavering commitment to exceptional quality. Founded in 1852 by Luciano Murrieta, this historic estate is renowned for producing classic Rioja wines that blend tradition with innovation. Located in the heart of Rioja, the estate’s meticulous vineyard management and focus on minimal intervention ensure that each wine captures the true essence of the region. The portfolio includes renowned wines like the Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva and Marqués de Murrieta Reserva, celebrated for their depth, complexity, and aging potential. Expect rich flavors of ripe berries, vanilla, and spices, complemented by well-structured tannins and a refined finish. Bodega Marqués de Murrieta stands out for its dedication to quality and its significant contribution to Rioja’s winemaking heritage. Explore the exceptional wines of this iconic estate and experience a true taste of Rioja’s finest.

James Suckling: 94 Points

Harmonious, textbook Rioja that shows cedar, spiced strawberries, vanilla and plums. Really polished on the palate, with fresh acidity and a linear, lengthy finish. Very subtle extraction makes this a really balanced, harmonious Rioja that’s appealing now. But the balance will help it age well for the next few years.

Wine Advocate: 94 Points

"The 2020 Rioja Reserva, their flagship wine, comes from the 300 hectares of estate vineyards. Here, Tempranillo is the backbone, making up 82% of the blend in the low-yielding vintage of 2019, complemented with 8% Graciano, 7% Mazuelo and 3% Garnacha. It has controlled ripeness at 14% alcohol, with a pH of 3.65 and 5.1 grams of acidity. I loved the aromatics here—floral and elegant, more in the style of the 2018 than the 2019. it's lighter, more elegant, fine-boned and has a silky texture and very fine tannins. Both 2019 and 2020 are very good, but 2020 is more my style. 980,000 bottles produced. It was bottled after 21 months in American oak barrels."-Luis Gutierrez