- Unit price
- 326,67 €per l
19-13-325-01
2001
14.00%
0.75L
Tempranillo 93%, Mazuelo 7%
rioja , Spain
Parker about Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2001
2001 was the height of ripeness, extraction and oak use in Rioja, and even classic wines like the 2001 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial showed higher alcohol, at 14%, than any of the other 20 vintages I tasted in this vertical tasting. The wine is a majority of Tempranillo with 7% Mazuelo, as there's no more Garnacha or Graciano from here onwards. The wine matured in American oak barrels for 31 months. This is the first wine from the new era; When they selected the specific plot to produce the wine from here onwards, they decided to age the Tempranillo in American oak, as was the tradition, and the Mazuelo in French oak. I found more integrated oak than I expected in the wine, and there's balance, in a different style than before, with higher alcohol and ripeness, with more color, extraction and oak but without excess. This is a lot more modern, even if their model was the 1959 vintage.
Description
| Land | Spain |
| Region | rioja |
| Rebsorten | Tempranillo 93%, Mazuelo 7% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 14.00% |
| 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 - 2040 |
| Parker Punkte | 95 |
| Jahrgang | 2001 |
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Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2001
On the nose, this Gran Reserva delights with a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as juicy cherries and sun-drenched berries. The aromas are harmoniously interwoven with subtle hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and delicate toasted notes from the oak aging. Each scent hints at the taste experience that awaits.
On the palate, the Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2001 is impressively full-bodied yet elegant. Its silky texture caresses the mouth, unfolding a fascinating combination of intense fruit aromas and earthy nuances. The ripe fruitiness blends perfectly with the soft tannins, while a pleasant acidity lends the wine remarkable freshness.
The finish is long-lasting and leaves a lasting impression. The rich fruit aromas reappear, accompanied by hints of cocoa and spices. The complexity and balanced structure make this wine a true delight.
The Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2001 is a wine that reflects the patience and dedication of the winemakers and cellar masters. It pays homage to the tradition and terroir of the Rioja region and will offer every wine connoisseur and lover of sophisticated wines an unforgettable tasting experience.