What was the 2011 Growing season like for The Rioja wine region?
2011 Muga Rosado Sherlock’s price $13.99
Garnacha, the key variety in the composition of the Muga Rose, which has no fear of harsh weather conditions. It shows itself at its best, if that is possible, in hot, dry years. That is why we can say that 2011 is its crowning year. It brings the necessary freshness and crispness. The wine’s attack on the nose brings reminders of tart fruit: unripe peaches, pineapple, passion fruit… all with a touch of flowers, especially white blossom, perhaps from the significant proportion of white Viura grapes.
Its period left on the lees underpins the acidity in such a way that its presence is obvious but not intrusive, thanks to the softening influence of the polysaccharides. As you sip it your mouth seems to fill with sweet, chewy fruit. As it passes over the palate the sensations move towards sharp apples, before ending in the retronasal phase with a total dominance of white blossom and ripe fruit. 60% Garnacha, 30% Viura and 10% Tempranillo. -winery notes
2011 Muga Blanco Sherlocks Price $15.99
A vintage marked by the extreme drought which has helped determine the character of this wine. Less acidity than usual, as was to be expected, though it still has excellent pH which will help it to evolve and maintain its freshness in the tasting. For 2011 50% of the harvest was slow fermentation in new French oak and 3 months on fine lees are the secrets of this careful production process.
The weather conditions have been positive for the aromatic expression of the wine, with hints of pears and ripe apples adorned with shrub land herbs and spices as well as pastries. It is only at the second level that the typical citrus and green apple character which has typified this wine in other years begins to appear. It is a pleasant wine to drink, thanks to its limited sharpness, giving a sensation of silky fullness. -winery notes
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