Bodegas Muga Reserva Red 2020

Country: Spain
Region and Appellation: Rioja

Bodegas Muga Reserva Red 2020 is a polished, classically styled Rioja with vibrant Tempranillo fruit, refined oak spice, and impressive balance for immediate enjoyment and short‑to‑mid‑term aging potential.

Tasting

Aromas of red and black berries, cedar, tobacco, and violets lead to a medium‑to‑full‑bodied palate with lively acidity, supple tannins, and a long, fruit‑spice finish—elegant yet concentrated Rioja Alta character.

Vinification & Winemaking

Traditionally crafted in Haro: native‑yeast fermentation in oak vats, maceration around a week, then 24 months in oak (predominantly French, with some American), followed by bottle aging; the blend is typically Tempranillo with Garnacha, Mazuelo, and Graciano for lift and structure.

Vineyard

Sourced from Rioja Alta vineyards around Haro, where altitude and a cooler Atlantic influence deliver freshness and aromatic precision that define the house style.

Critics

93 Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez, Feb 2024), 91 Wine Spectator with #51 in the 2024 Top 100, plus 93 Tim Atkin MW and 92 Jeb Dunnuck, all praising balance, spice, and drinkability from now through the decade.

Mazuelo, Garnacha, Graciano, and Tempranillo

Dry

750mL