One bottle of Gran Reserva, 1950 vintage; Produced by Bodegas Berberana; Fill level: < 5 cm
One bottle of Ygay Reserva, 1954 vintage; Produced by Marqués de Murrieta; Fill level: into neck
Rioja, Spain
Original filling quantity: 0.75 l

This lot comprises two bottles from the Spanish wine region of Rioja: one bottle of 1950 vintage Bodegas Berberana Gran Reserva and one bottle of 1954 vintage Ygay Reserva produced by Marqués de Murrieta.

Rioja is a classic amongst fine wines, known for being a long-lasting, elegant red, usually with cooler aromas. Rioja wine is created in the cooler northern part of Spain, in the wine-growing region of the same name. The Rioja wine type was first established in the 19th century, when the area experienced an increase in prosperity. Bordeaux was used as a blueprint for the development, which is why oak barrels were used for wine storage from the very beginning. Riojas are largely cuvées, of which the native Tempranillo red grape variety contributes the most in terms of flavor. What sets Riojas apart from the rest is that they are sold at varying stages of the ripening process: as Crinza (two years), Reserva (three years) and Gran Reserva (five years). Before reaching stores, the wines are matured in oak barrels and bottles. Just as with other red wine classics, there are numerous different styles. The traditional Rioja requires longer to reach its optimal maturity. Additionally, the so-called modern style ripens quicker due to specific vine-growing and oenological conditions.

The fill levels are excellent (1x into neck, 1x < 5 cm). The labels are damaged; the capsules are in perfect condition.

Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.