Marques de Murrieta Capellania, 2019 750ml
$125
Description
The Cebrián-Sagarriga family, who in 1983 acquired the winery, established in 1852, has a distinct winemaking philosophy that is founded in the pursuit of quality and excellence through tradition and innovation.
Capellanía is made solely from viura grapes from the winery's 14.8-acre Capellanía vineyard, originally planted in 1945 and located on a plateau at 485 meters, the highest altitude of the 741-acre Ygay Estate in Rioja Alta. A deep golden color, its complex aroma and rich taste are the hallmarks of this world famous white wine.
A nose shaped by aromas of white stone fruit, pine nut, bay leafand hazelnut skin. Smoky and mineral glints embrace the elegantmixture. Precise fruit palate and fluid texture. Pure balance.