Castillo Ygay Red wine
Experience the richness of Spain's wine heritage with Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva 2011, a remarkable red wine produced by the esteemed Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta. Known for its unrivaled quality, this Gran Reserva is crafted solely from the finest grapes grown in La Plana, a distinct 40-hectare vineyard established in 1950. Located at an altitude of 485 meters in the picturesque Rioja Alta, the vineyard's clay-limestone soils contribute to the wine's complex character.
This exceptional blend features the renowned Tempranillo variety, which undergoes an extensive aging process of 34 months in American oak barrels, alongside Mazuelo, which also matures for the same duration in French oak. After blending, the wine is refined for an additional 20 months in concrete deposits, ensuring the perfect harmony of flavors.
Visually captivating, Castillo Ygay presents an intense Bordeaux color complemented by tawny highlights. Its brilliant appearance is marked by a slow-falling, elegant tear, indicating its depth and complexity. On the nose, an intoxicating bouquet unfolds, revealing an array of aromas from its lengthy aging. Expect a symphony of toasted and smoky notes intertwined with an assortment of spices, leather, tobacco, and cocoa, all balanced by lush, ripe red fruits—a testament to the wine's sophisticated maturation.
The palate greets you with velvety richness, as vibrant fruit flavors mingle seamlessly with perfectly integrated oak. It boasts a flawless equilibrium, showcasing gentle acidity and polished tannins. The finish is remarkably long and persistent, leaving a lasting impression of elegance.
Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva pairs exquisitely with gourmet dishes, making it a perfect companion for dishes such as squid in its ink with Iberian bacon, oven-baked sea bream with white and red wine reduction, roast beef tenderloin drizzled with black truffle oil, or wild deer loin served with blueberry and Tempranillo sauce. Revel in the opportunity to savor this extraordinary wine that encapsulates the essence of Spanish winemaking at its finest.
