Bodegas Muriel Vinas Viejas Gran Reserva Rioja 2015 (750ml)

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Producer	Bodegas Muriel
Country	Spain
Region	Rioja
Varietal	Tempranillo
Vintage	2015
Sku	15235
Size	750ml

 

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The nose is deep and intense, offering notes of vanilla, coffee, spices, and ripe red fruit. Aromas of dry leaves, leather and a rich, nutty background are evidence of the bottles aging period. The palate is balanced and silky with an elegant finish. This Gran Reserva has a complex and intense personality that will evolve positively over the coming years.

The 35–40-year-old vineyards are planted around the winery’s hometown of Elciego, in Rioja Alavesa. The soils are clay-limestone, very poor, and suitable for vine-growing. The vines are in a traditional goblet system. The climate is Mediterranean, with a strong Atlantic influence. 

The grapes were hand-harvested during the first 10 days of October. Fermentation takes place over 20 days in stainless-steel tanks. The wine is aged for 24 months in new French (75%) and American (25%) oak barrels. This is followed by a minimum period of 36 months in the bottle.

Leathery nose with some earthy, dusty berries, sous-bois and mint. Still plenty of fruit, with savory plums and cherries. Medium to full body on the palate with dusty tannins and a fluid, elegant finish. A warmer vintage, but still fresh and composed. Long and juicy. Drink now.