One of the most elegant and essential cavas from Rioja
Conde de Haro Blanc de Blancs 2022 is the sparkling proposal from Muga, one of the most emblematic wineries in Rioja, located in the historic Barrio de la Estación in Haro. This cava, crafted with a refined coupage of viura and chardonnay, reflects the expertise of a house with over 90 years of tradition. After 24 months of aging in the bottle, it presents with fine and persistent bubbles, a complex nose, and a fresh, balanced, and long palate.
The grapes used to produce Conde de Haro Blanc de Blancs 2022 come from selected plots in two key areas of Rioja: the clay-limestone soils of the Oja Valley and the clay-iron soils of the upper Najerilla. The harvest is carried out manually, with refrigerated transport to preserve the freshness of the fruit. After destemming and gentle pressing, the musts ferment in wooden vats, where they remain for some time on their lees, adding complexity and structure.
The second fermentation takes place in the bottle, after the addition of the liqueur de tirage (yeasts and sugar), during a slow process of 3 to 4 months at a controlled temperature of 10-11 °C. This slow fermentation ensures an integrated and elegant bubble. The cava then ages on its lees for a minimum of 24 months, reaching its peak expression.
Muga, founded in 1932 by the family that bears its name, is now run by the third generation: seven cousins who have managed to maintain the legacy and project it into the future. From its humble beginnings in the center of Haro to its establishment in the Barrio de la Estación in 1970, the winery has become an undisputed benchmark of quality and tradition in Rioja.
Conde de Haro Blanc de Blancs 2022 is undoubtedly one of the most outstanding cavas of the region. A sparkling wine that combines the essence of Rioja with the sophistication of the great wines made using the traditional method.
Consumption features
Serving temperature
7-8ºC
General features
Alcohol content (% vol.)
12
Tasting notes
View
Vista: En copa presenta un color amarillo pálido, limpio y brillante, con una burbuja fina y persistente, bien integrada en el conjunto.
Nose
Nariz: En nariz muestra un perfil nítido y expresivo, con predominio de fruta blanca y notas cítricas, acompañadas de sutiles matices florales. El conjunto destaca por su claridad aromática y una sensación de frescura bien definida.
Mouth
Boca: En boca es vivo y equilibrado, con una acidez que aporta tensión y recorrido. El paso es fluido, con una textura ligeramente cremosa que aporta volumen sin restar precisión. La burbuja, fina y elegante, acompaña el conjunto con armonía. El final es limpio y persistente, con un carácter fresco, definido y de buena longitud.
