Vina Muriel Rioja Gran Reserva
Gran Reserva is Muriel’s Reserva with the volume turned up. 3 years in American and French barrels was followed by at least as long in bottle, infusing immense complexity, character and allure, yet, crucially, still very much alive in its core of berry compote fruit, surrounded in a flamboyant flurry of exotic spices, pipe smoke, dried flowers and incense. At almost a decade of age, its cage of finely textured tannins has softened and integrated magnificently, supporting a very long and even finish. Impressive. $45 at WineStar.
By Tyson Stelzer
24 Apr 2014
Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, The Australian Wine Communicator of the Year and The International Champagne Writer of the Year. He is the author and publisher of seventeen wine books, contributor to many wine magazines, a frequent judge and chair at Australian wine shows and a presenter at wine events in 12 countries. TysonStelzer.com is your link to wine recommendations, book sales, tours and events.
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