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Muga Selección Especial

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DOCa Rioja

Tempranillo · Garnacha · Mazuelo · Graciano

14% Vol. Alcohol | 750ml

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The red wine Muga Selección Especial from Bodegas Muga represents the peak of artisanal winemaking in DOCa Rioja. Crafted exclusively during top-tier vintages from a strict selection of hillside vineyards planted with Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo, and Graciano, this Reserva combines the winery's in-house cooperage tradition with impressive power and aging potential. Muga Selección Especial is a deep, structured wine designed for connoisseurs seeking classic Rioja elegance taken to its highest level of complexity.

Tasting Note

It presents itself in the glass with a deep ruby-red coat of high intensity, adorned with brilliant garnet reflections that speak to its long, noble aging. On the nose, it unveils an aromatic architecture of immense vertical complexity: upfront notes of ripe dark berries such as forest blackberries, raspberries, and plum compote emerge, seamlessly layered with sweet spices like cinnamon, black pepper, and clove. As it opens up, subtle undertones of fine oak, dark cocoa, fine leather, cigar box, and a distinct mineral, balsamic backdrop appear. On the palate, it is broad, bold, and deeply fleshy. The mouthfeel boasts outstanding tannic structure, firm yet beautifully polished and silky, perfectly balanced by crisp, vibrant acidity. The finish is remarkably long, lingering, and refined, leaving an unforgettable memory of dark fruit liqueur, roasted coffee beans, and flawless oak integration.

Groundbreaking Pairings

Homemade savory tatin tart of slow-cooked suckling lamb with puff pastry and smoked paprika reduction

A high-precision savory twist. Tender suckling lamb and crispy pastry blend seamlessly with the tannic structure and fine oak complexity of Selección Especial.

Grilled Iberian pluma pork with 80% dark chocolate sauce, black truffle, and sweet potato chips

A bold, deep harmony. Spicy notes and dark cocoa undertones in the wine pair magically with dark chocolate sauce, while rich Iberian pork fats are easily cut by the wine's vibrant structure.

Homemade oxtail stewed in Rioja wine with autumn wild mushrooms and roasted chestnut puree

An elevated classic. The rich, gelatinous texture of slow-braised oxtail finds its ultimate match in the concentration, volume, and balsamic depth of this prestige Reserva.

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Data sheet

Apellation
Rioja - DOCa
Vintage
2021
Grape variety
Carignan
Graciano
Grenache / Garnacha
Tempranillo
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