Marques de Murrieta Finca Ygay Gran Reserva 2015 750ml

Product Info

96pts Falstaff 
"Intense ruby, purple reflections, a broad ochre brightening on the rim. Ripe plums, some nougat, subtle oak, black cherries and candied orange zest notes underneath. Juicy, elegant, red cherries, a fresh acidity, fine, structured tannins, mineral on the finish, modern and precise, red fruit nuances on the finish, a balanced food companion with a strong ageing potential."

96pts Tim Adkin 

Terroir
Sourced exclusively from the historic Finca Ygay estate in Rioja Alta, this wine originates from one of Spain’s most celebrated single-estate vineyards. Situated at moderate elevation and planted on limestone-rich clay soils, the vineyard benefits from a balance of Atlantic and Mediterranean influences that promote slow, even ripening. These conditions allow Tempranillo and its blending partners to develop both concentration and freshness, producing wines of remarkable complexity and longevity. The outstanding 2015 vintage delivered exceptional ripeness, structure, and aging potential.

Winemaking & Technical Notes
Produced only in exceptional vintages, Finca Ygay Gran Reserva is crafted from meticulously selected estate fruit and aged extensively in American oak barrels before additional bottle maturation. This traditional Rioja approach allows the wine to develop extraordinary integration and complexity while preserving freshness and elegance. The result is a wine that balances mature refinement with vibrant fruit and structural integrity.

Tasting Notes
Deep garnet with subtle ruby highlights, the 2015 opens with expressive aromas of black cherry, dried plum, red currant, and fig layered with notes of cedar, tobacco, vanilla, leather, and sweet spice. The palate is full-bodied yet graceful, delivering concentrated dark and red fruit framed by polished tannins and vibrant acidity. Hints of cocoa, balsamic herbs, forest floor, and baking spice emerge through the mid-palate, leading to a remarkably long, complex finish marked by elegance and persistence.

Food Pairing & Service
A classic Rioja Gran Reserva, this wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, braised beef, game birds, Iberian pork, and aged Manchego. It also complements mushroom dishes and slow-cooked Mediterranean cuisine. Decant before serving to allow the wine’s aromatic complexity and layered texture to fully unfold.

Cellaring Potential
Already entering a magnificent drinking window, this wine has the structure and balance to continue evolving for another 15–25 years. With additional age, its fruit profile will become increasingly intertwined with notes of leather, cigar box, dried flowers, truffle, and savory spice, further enhancing its depth and complexity.