- Unit price
- 600,00 €per l
19-13-325-70
1970
13.00%
0.75L
Tempranillo 75%, Mazuelo 11%, Garnacha 8%, Graciano 6%
rioja , Spain
Parker about Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 1970
Time in barrel was gradually reduced, and the 1970 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial, a very successful vintage, was bottled in July 1982, so "only" 12 years after the harvest. It was a very good vintage both in Rioja and at the Ygay estate, with annual rainfall of 328.9 liters. The wine was produced with a blend of 75% Tempranillo, 11% Mazuelo, 8% Garnacha and 6% Graciano and has 13.2% alcohol, 7.5 grams of acidity and 0.9 grams of volatile acidity. There was a white Castillo Ygay produced from 1970 too. A first bottle was very volatile and felt like it was slightly corked. A second bottle was volatile but clean, a little advanced and soft, with a mellow texture and a tender feeling.
Description
| Land | Spain |
| Region | rioja |
| Rebsorten | Tempranillo 75%, Mazuelo 11%, Garnacha 8%, Graciano 6% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 13.00% |
| Füllstand | high fill |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Marqués de Murrieta SA, 26006 Logrono, La Rioja, Spain |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2022 - 2032 |
| Parker Punkte | 94 |
| Jahrgang | 1970 |
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Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 1970
A wonderful interplay of aromas unfolds on the nose, testifying to the maturity and elegance of this wine. Deep notes of dried fruits such as raisins, figs, and prunes mingle with enticing spice aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and tobacco. A hint of leather and subtle wood notes round out the olfactory experience, creating a fascinating complexity.
On the palate, the Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 1970 reveals its full potential. The ripe fruit aromas are intense and concentrated, with remarkable depth and richness. Flavors of dark chocolate, caramel, and roasted nuts perfectly complement the fruity profile, lending the wine a sensual dimension.
The tannins are silky and well-integrated, giving the wine an impressive smoothness. Balanced acidity ensures vibrant freshness and remarkable longevity. The finish is long and lingering, with the flavors lingering on the palate, leaving a lasting impression.
The Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 1970 is undoubtedly a wine of exceptional quality and class. Its long aging period has given it exceptional complexity and harmonious balance. This wine symbolizes the expertise and passion of Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta and will delight wine lovers with its elegant character and timeless beauty.