Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga

Rioja and Navarra.

We are delighted to be re-introducing the wines of Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga into the UK market.

Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga are a renowned, historic, family-owned Rioja producer that first made wine in 1872. Their commitment to combining traditional wine making methods with cutting edge technology means they are one of the leading Spanish producers with an outstanding range of high quality wines from Rioja, Navarra and Extremadura.

There are three wineries in Rioja: Haro (Rioja Alta) – one of the oldest working wineries with five different levels based on the Bordeaux Chais; in San Adrian (Rioja Baja) and Banos de Ebro (Rioja Alavesa). The bodega in Navarra produces excellent quality wines and Gurpegui Muga's careful selection of grapes from Extremadura and other areas produces high quality, 'value for money' wines.

The delicate Continental-Mediterranean geographic climatic harmony produces the finest examples of Tempranillo, the noble grape from Rioja. Graciano contributes structure to the red wines and Mazuelo adds tannin and acidity to give great ageing ability.

Within the Rioja area Gurpegui Muga have developed longstanding relationships with more than 10 different producers each working with distinctively different soils and climates. With their winemaker's skill, the wine is blended from each of the different regions to give every wine a unique 'personality' and a consistency of quality and style year after year.

In particular, the Berceo range of wines: The name chosen many years ago to honour the poet Gonzalo de Berceo, a Spanish monk who lived in the Monastry of Suso in the 13th Century and who became the first known author in the Castillian language.

Primitivo Gurpegui's grandfather is referred to as the 'King of the Rosé' because he is credited with being the first person to produce Rosé in Rioja, an area predominantly known for red wine.

Gurpegui Muga's winemaking philosophy is to produce a range of quality, value for money wines with the accent on fruit and elegance. We are sure that you will agree.

Wines are all from Rioja unless otherwise indicated.

Red

Vina Berceo Crianza 2004
Brilliant ruby red colour. Perfect balance between the vanilla and spices from the oak and plummy, red berry fruit aromas. Smooth, well rounded, good backbone and a long finish. Perfect with all kinds of meats and roasts, rice, vegetables and smoked cheeses.

Gonzalo de Berceo Reserva 2001
Deep red with brick red hues. Perfect balance between the vanilla and spices and the plum and red berry fruit aromas. Smooth, well balanced, structured with soft tannins and a long persistent finish. Gold medal winner at Tempranillos al Mundo June 2007.

Gonzalo de Berceo Gran Reserva 2000
A blend of Tempranilllo, Graciano and Mazuelo. The bunches were hand picked at the peak moment for the vintage and spends two years ageing in French oak barrels. A deep red brick colour and toasty anilla aromas, the wine is very well balanced with well integrated acidity and tannins and a long persistent finish. Perfect with meat, game and smoked cheeses.

Los Dominios de Berceo Reserva '36' Red 2001/04
A unique wine from an 8 hectares vineyard planted in 1936 and made from 100% Tempranillo. The wine spends 2 years in French oak barrels and 12 months in bottle. The wine is neither filtered nor cold stabilised in order to preserve its unique personality. A brilliant cherry red with purple trim and a mature nose of jammy cherry and red berry fruits; hints of chocolate and red and black fruits. Smooth, rounded and structured, this wine is balanced with power and elegance. Limited quantities only. Silver medal IWSC 2007.

Los Dominios de Berceo Prefiloxerico Red 2004/05
Another unique wine from a 2 hectare prephylloxera vineyard in Banos de Ebro (Rioja Alavesa) planted with original root stock Tempranillo 140 years ago. Aged for 12 months, the wine is neither filtered nor cold stabilised to preserve is unique character. A brilliant cherry red colour with maroon to the rim. A mature nose of jammy cherry and red berry fruits with hints of cocoa, chocolate, nuts and sweet spices – vanilla and cinnamon. Smooth and good weight in mid-palate, medium bodied, well balanced and toasty with good concentration. Very elegant and delicate with an impressively long finish. Very limited quantities - on allocation. Consistent medal winner.

Vinadrian Red 2007
A blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha from vineyards within the three Rioja DOC production areas. Deep coloured red with purple hues. Plum, cherry and raspberry fruit aromas. Fresh, medium bodied young wine with a good weight of fruit in mid-palate. Perfect with poultry, pasta, chargrilled meats or spicy dishes.

White and Rosé
Vina Berceo White 2008 Barrique Fermented
Made from 100% Viura. This wine was fermented in new oak barrels and then kept in barrel for a further 6 months with a daily 'battonage' to harmonise the fruit and oak components. A brilliant pale yellow, with a powerful nose and perfect balance of vanilla and varietal aromas. Smooth, well rounded and velvety with good acidity.

Vina Berceo Rosé 2008
A blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo and Viura. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, macerated on the skins for several hours prior to the juice being bled from the tank and berries pressed. Brilliant pink colour. Aromatic with strawberry and raspberry fruits. Crisp, red fruits on the palate and well balanced acidity. Perfect with vegetables, salads, pasta and fish.

Vinadrian Blanco 2008
100% Viura. Fermented in stainless steel. A brilliant pale yellow colour; fresh and crisp with aromas of green apple which follow through to the palate. Good structure and balanced acidity. An easy to drink wine, perfect with fish seafood, salads, fresh cheeses and as an aperitif.

Vinadrian Rosé 2008
Made from Garnacha and Tempranillo. Pale pink in colour. Fruity and aromatic with predominantly strawberry and raspberry aromas which carry through to the palate. Perfect with vegetables, salads, pasta and fish.

Monte Ory Garnacha Rosé 2008 (Navarra)
Fermented in stainless steel tanks, macerated on the skins for several hours and then pressed. The wine is clean and a brilliant pale pink colour with predominantly strawberry and raspberry aromas. Fruity and crisp with with well balanced acidity, the wine is perfect for Summer's drinking with vegetables, salads, pasta and fish.

Also available in mixed pallets Ex Cellars from Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga, Rioja, Spain 120 cases 6 x 75cl per pallet.

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