LA MULA DE LA QUIETUD
ICON OF TORO • MAGNUM 1.5 LITERS
"Grandeur in double format: La Mula de la Quietud in Magnum presentation represents the ultimate expression of longevity. An elegant giant born from pre-phylloxera centenary vines."
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Quinta de la Quietud.
- Origin: D.O. Toro, Zamora, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Tinta de Toro (Pre-phylloxera vines).
- Format: Magnum (1500 ml).
- Aging: 20-24 months in new French oak.
- Certification: Organic / Author Wine.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Impenetrable purplish-black color. The Magnum format preserves superior chromatic vivacity, with rims showing prolonged youth and majestic evolution.
Nose: Deep, dense, and stately. Intense notes of black fruit in liquor, graphite, cedar, and an amalgam of fine spices. When oxygenated, it reveals notes of pure cocoa and mineral Toro earth.
Palate: An elegant giant. The entry is massive but astonishingly silky. In Magnum format, the tannins feel even more integrated and polished, with a persistent finish that defines the iconic character of the winery.
3. Collection Attributes
AGING POTENTIAL (25+ YEARS) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
STRUCTURAL COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
EXCLUSIVITY FACTOR [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
FORMAT [ COLLECTOR'S MAGNUM ]
4. The Art of Service
Gala Pairing: Perfect for grand roasts, suckling lamb, aged beef ribs, or truffle dishes. Its power requires high-intensity flavorful preparations.
Preparation: It is recommended to **decant at least 90 minutes** before serving to awaken its full aromatic complexity. Enjoy strictly at **18°C**.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes "La Mula" a pre-phylloxera wine?
It is made with grapes from vineyards that survived the phylloxera plague at the end of the 19th century, meaning that the roots are original (own-rooted), providing a purity and depth unattainable for modern vineyards.
Why does the Magnum format favor investment?
Large formats have a smaller contact surface with oxygen, which preserves freshness for decades. This makes them extremely coveted at high-level auctions and private collections.