MARQUÉS DE MURRIETA
CASTILLO YGAY WHITE RESERVA ESPECIAL 1986 750 ML
RIOJA ALTA DOCA • SPAIN — FINCA YGAY
AGED WHITE WINE (DRY)
"A living relic of Rioja: an extraordinary aged white wine, sculpted by decades of patience at the Finca Ygay by the legendary Marqués de Murrieta winery, with a strictly dry profile and longevity unparalleled on the global wine scene."
Four Decades of Patience: The Longest-Aged White Wine from Rioja
The Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 1986 White Wine is crafted by Marqués de Murrieta at the Finca Ygay (Rioja Alta), based primarily on Viura grapes with a percentage of Malvasía from century-old vineyards. Aged for 252 months in American oak barrels and matured for over five additional years in concrete tanks before bottling, it displays an unprecedented, noble oxidative complexity.
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 (Pago Capellanía).
Vintage: 1986.
Grape Varieties: 97% Viura, 3% Malvasía.
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging: 21 years (252 months) in 225-liter American oak barrels and 67 months in concrete tanks.
Alcohol Content: 13.0% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 12°C - 14°C.
Presentation: 750 ml bottle in a special case.
SKU / MPN: ES-CASTILLO-YGAY-BLANCO-1986-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Visual: Intense amber gold, almost topaz, with copper highlights.
Nose: Toasted almond, walnut, orange blossom honey, beeswax, baked apple, and curry-like oriental spices, over a mineral and saline Rioja foundation.
Palate: Unctuous and enveloping, surprisingly fresh, structured, saline, with an extremely long, aristocratic finish and persistent toasted notes.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Occasions and Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: High-quality shellfish (lobster, grilled rock lobster), foie gras, smoked fatty fish, blue or extra-aged cheeses, and Asian cuisine with curry or ginger.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: Golden anniversaries and significant milestones.
- The Perfect Gift: For serious collectors and connoisseurs.
- Business: Private corporate lunches.
- Collectors' Dinner: Vertical tastings or themed dinners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin of this wine?
It comes from the Finca Ygay in Rioja Alta, Spain, owned by Marqués de Murrieta.
Is this wine dry, off-dry, or sweet?
It is strictly dry; its classic oxidative style retains vivid acidity and contains no residual sugars.
What is the aging potential of the 1986 vintage?
It has already surpassed four decades and is at its peak of maturity; if properly stored, it can remain stable, although we recommend enjoying it soon given its rarity.
Is it necessary to decant?
A brief decanting of 20 to 30 minutes is recommended.