Muga Conde de Haro Brut 2021
14.74₣ (Exc. VAT bot. 75 cl.) / Switzerland
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The sparkling white 2021 Conde de Haro was produced with a blend of Viura and Chardonnay and still sold under the Cava appellation even though Rioja now allows sparkling wines too. It fermented in oak vats, where the wine was kept until the end of April following the harvest, and then put to referment in bottle, where the wine matured with lees for no less than 24 months. It has 12% alcohol, a pH of 3.09, 5.93 grams of acidity and two grams of residual sugar. They harvested the Chardonnay in September, something quite unusual, as it was a later harvest with a longer cycle and full development of aromas and flavors in the grapes. The wine is clean and expressive, quite young and subtle. It's tasty, has abundant, small bubbles and a dry finish. 60,000 bottles produced. It was disgorged in March 2024.
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Description
In La Rioja, land of great wines and centenary tradition, we find Bodegas Muga, a family winery that has been making wines with a unique character for more than 90 years. Among its jewels is Muga Conde de Haro Brut, a sparkling wine that, although perhaps not as well known as its reds, is a real well-kept secret.
Muga Conde de Haro Brut is made from a combination of Viura and Chardonnay, 70% and 30% respectively. These grapes come from vineyards located in the Oja Valley and Alto Najerilla, where the clay-limestone and clay-ferrous soils provide that special minerality. It may not sound exciting to talk about soils, but imagine this: it is like the seasoning of a good dish, the small detail that makes the difference.
Elaboration
The winemaking process is pure craftsmanship. Harvesting is done by hand, selecting only the best grapes. Afterwards, the double fermentation begins: the first in wooden vats and the second in the bottle, following the traditional method. Here comes the magic. For 24 months, the wine rests on its lees, which gives it those irresistible aromas of toast and nuts. Finally, disgorgement is carried out with precision to ensure that each bottle is at its perfect point.
Taste
From the first sip, Muga Conde de Haro Brut wins you over. Its straw yellow colour shimmers with golden glints and the bubbles rise in a fine, constant dance. As you approach the glass, a fresh, vibrant aroma envelops you: green apple, citrus and a subtle hint of brioche that makes you think of a hotel breakfast by the sea.
The palate is elegant, with an acidity that keeps it lively and a creamy texture that makes it tremendously pleasant. The finish is long, with a slightly almondy aftertaste that invites another sip. It is the kind of wine that makes you close your eyes for a moment and simply enjoy.
If you like good cava but want to get away from the usual, give Muga Conde de Haro Brut a try. You won't be disappointed.
Shipping to Switzerland
50% discount on orders over 381.60₣*Estimated transit time: 6-7 working days.
| Bottles | Price | Over 381.60₣* |
|---|---|---|
| 1-6 | 23.04₣ | 11.52₣ (-11.52₣) |
| 7-12 | 28.52₣ | 14.26₣ (-14.26₣) |
| 13-18 | 35.20₣ | 17.60₣ (-17.60₣) |
| 19-24 | 44.27₣ | 22.13₣ (-22.13₣) |
| 25-30 | 49.61₣ | 24.80₣ (-24.80₣) |
| 31-36 | 55.33₣ | 27.67₣ (-27.67₣) |
| 37-42 | 59.15₣ | 29.57₣ (-29.57₣) |
| 43-48 | 61.06₣ | 30.53₣ (-30.53₣) |
| 49-54 | 66.78₣ | 33.39₣ (-33.39₣) |
| 55-60 | 72.50₣ | 36.25₣ (-36.25₣) |
| VAT not included | ||
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