Bodegas Muga
Reserva Rioja Tempranillo
La Rioja, Spain
My second time trying the 2014 Reserva from Muga, this time again a superb example that even in an under-par vintage shows what a reliable wine this is. Chocolate is the aroma that leads from the glass, followed by blackberry, cassis, vanilla, kumquat and fresh tobacco. The palate has great concentration to the fruit, whilst being plush with gentle tannins and bitter orange acidity.
My second time trying the 2014 Reserva from Muga, this time again a superb example that even in an under-par vintage shows what a reliable wine this is. Chocolate is the aroma that leads from the glass, followed by blackberry, cassis, vanilla, kumquat and fresh tobacco. The palate has great concentration to the fruit, whilst being plush with gentle tannins and bitter orange acidity.
Jan 24th, 2022Great surprise! Brilliant QPR at £8/half. Youthful, vivacious, promising for the future. An excellent Rioja.
Great surprise! Brilliant QPR at £8/half. Youthful, vivacious, promising for the future. An excellent Rioja.
Jan 30th, 2020
Founded in 1932 by Isaac Muga Martínez. On his death in ‘69, children Manuel, Isabel & Isaac Muga Caño took over. Deep Ruby, aromas of sweet red and black fruits with pepper spice, unmistakable Muga. 4 grape blend from the Haro district (Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano), palate shows cherry and currant flavors with espresso and smoky oak tones. Soft tannins with an edge, lively acidity on a medium+ finish ending with an earthy mineral character. Nice!
Founded in 1932 by Isaac Muga Martínez. On his death in ‘69, children Manuel, Isabel & Isaac Muga Caño took over. Deep Ruby, aromas of sweet red and black fruits with pepper spice, unmistakable Muga. 4 grape blend from the Haro district (Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano), palate shows cherry and currant flavors with espresso and smoky oak tones. Soft tannins with an edge, lively acidity on a medium+ finish ending with an earthy mineral character. Nice!
Nov 15th, 2018
Great 1.5L. Full bodied and went well with a varied food items.
Great 1.5L. Full bodied and went well with a varied food items.
Oct 23rd, 2021
Was actually at the Stadsbrasserie in Rotterdam not the train station. Catching up on summer sips. Memory a little foggy.
Was actually at the Stadsbrasserie in Rotterdam not the train station. Catching up on summer sips. Memory a little foggy.
Jun 30th, 2019
Oak rich aroma. High concentration. Coffee nuance. Spicy. Changing a lot. Aroma is quite good! WA91 for 2014 @850, wine plus - XH, 190309-190316
Oak rich aroma. High concentration. Coffee nuance. Spicy. Changing a lot. Aroma is quite good! WA91 for 2014 @850, wine plus - XH, 190309-190316
Mar 9th, 2019
Deep ruby.
Pronounced youthful nose of blackberry, pepper, dark cherry, plum, tobacco, cocoa, spices, floral scents.
The palate is dry, med+ acid, med+ fine grained tannins, high alcohol, full body, pronounced intensity.
Med+ spicy finish.
Very good wine, nice and balanced, can drink now, suitable for further aging.
Deep ruby.
Pronounced youthful nose of blackberry, pepper, dark cherry, plum, tobacco, cocoa, spices, floral scents.
The palate is dry, med+ acid, med+ fine grained tannins, high alcohol, full body, pronounced intensity.
Med+ spicy finish.
Very good wine, nice and balanced, can drink now, suitable for further aging.
Rich black soil, leather, tobacco, dusty espresso, sweet ass. Fairly extracted, a big presence.
Rich black soil, leather, tobacco, dusty espresso, sweet ass. Fairly extracted, a big presence.
Feb 22nd, 2019
Enjoyed this wine in Sevilla after a flamenco show.
Enjoyed this wine in Sevilla after a flamenco show.
Jan 26th, 2019