MARQUÉS DE MURRIETA
CAPELLANÍA GRAN RESERVA 2019
"The proof that Rioja produces ageworthy whites to match the greats of Burgundy: pure Viura, fermented in French oak, of exceptional creaminess and minerality."
Viura for the Cellar: The Other Side of Ygay’s Greatness
The Capellanía Gran Reserva White Wine 2019 is one of the most respected white labels in Spain, the spiritual brother of Castillo Ygay within the Marqués de Murrieta portfolio. Crafted from Viura sourced from selected vines at the Finca Ygay in Rioja Alta, this white is classified under a strictly dry profile. Fermented and aged in new French oak barrels, it develops a creaminess, toasted complexity, and aging potential comparable to the finest white Burgundies.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Marqués de Murrieta (founded in 1852).
Region of Origin: Rioja Alta (D.O.Ca. Rioja), Spain.
Vineyard Origin: Finca Ygay.
Vintage: 2019.
Grape Variety: 100% Viura.
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging: Fermented and aged in new French oak barrels, exceeding the minimum required for Gran Reserva, followed by bottle refinement.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 10°C - 12°C.
SKU / MPN: ES-CAPELLANIA-GRANRESERVA-2019-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Bright golden yellow, with greenish reflections and amber tones from its aging.
Nose: Ripe white fruit (pear, roasted apple), vanilla and fine toasted oak, honey, nuts, and a mineral background.
Palate: Creamy and enveloping, with lively acidity, medium-to-full body, silky texture, and a long, spicy, persistent finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: Complex cooked shellfish (gratinated lobster, butter-seared scallops), fatty fish in creamy sauces, poultry with cream or mustard sauces, hard aged cheeses, and light Asian cuisine with ginger or lemon.
Suggested Moments:
- Romantic Dinner: Enough complexity for an intimate, high-level dinner.
- The Perfect Gift: For lovers of ageworthy white wines.
- Business: Conveys sophistication at a business lunch.
- Special Celebration: To toast on anniversaries.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the specific origin and winery of this wine?
Capellanía is produced by the Marqués de Murrieta winery using selected Viura vines within the Finca Ygay, in Rioja Alta, Spain.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is a strictly dry white wine. Its time in the barrel adds creaminess and complexity, but it leaves no perceptible residual sugars.
What does the Gran Reserva classification mean for a white wine?
In Rioja, a Gran Reserva white must age for a minimum of 4 years before its release. Capellanía far exceeds that minimum, with prolonged aging in new French oak followed by bottle refinement.
Is it necessary to decant this wine before serving?
It is not essential, but decanting 20–30 minutes before serving helps to better integrate the oak notes with its ripe fruit.