Muga is one of the most reliable and recognizable names in Rioja, founded by the family that gives it its name: the Muga family, now in its third generation, and established in the famous Barrio de la Estación in Haro. Characterized by its commitment to traditional winemaking methods and techniques, it is the producer of some of the country's finest wines, such as Aro or Torre Muga. El Andén de la Estación 2022 (91 Parker points) is one of the latest additions to Muga's catalog. A red wine with a more modern style, it combines the tempranillo and garnacha varieties and is aged for 14 months in barrels.
Muga is one of the most reliable and recognizable names in Rioja, founded by the family that gives it its name: the Muga family, now in its third generation, and established in the famous Barrio de la Estación in Haro. Characterized by its commitment to traditional winemaking methods and techniques, it is the producer of some of the country's finest wines, such as Aro or Torre Muga. El Andén de la Estación 2022 (91 Parker points) is one of the latest additions to Muga's catalog. A red wine with a more modern style, it combines the tempranillo and garnacha varieties and is aged for 14 months in barrels.
The composition of Muga El Andén de la Estación 2022 includes the varieties tempranillo (65%) and garnacha (35%). It originates from vineyards located in the coldest area of Rioja, despite having a predominantly moderate Atlantic climate. The soils, of alluvial origin and low fertility, result in modest yields. Fermentation with native yeasts, and after fermentation, it remained aging on lees until the spring of 2023. Finally, it aged for 14 months in oak barrels.
Founded in 1932, Muga is one of the most solid and emblematic wineries in Rioja. From the Barrio de la Estación in Haro, the heart of Rioja wine, the latest generation of the Muga family crafts wines that have captivated audiences worldwide. The aging process in oak is one of its hallmarks. Moreover, it is one of the very few Spanish wineries that has its own cooperage to produce its own barrels.
Muga El Andén de la Estación 2022 (D.O.Ca. Rioja) is a perfect wine to enjoy by the glass. Additionally, its gastronomic versatility offers a wide range of pairings.
Creators' opinion
This wine exhibits a medium-low layer of ruby red color.
On the nose, it features predominant aromas of red fruits well-integrated with the tertiary aromas of barrel aging toasting. Within its maturity, it retains a touch of freshness that makes it very appealing.
On the palate, it is light and well-defined, with silky, fresh, and elegant tannins thanks to a perfectly integrated acidity. It is a perfect wine to enjoy by the glass, with a very versatile pairing that makes it highly interesting.
Bodegas Muga is one of the most reliable and recognizable names in Rioja, founded in 1932 by the family that gives it its name: the Muga family, now led by the third generation. Its history began in a modest winery located on a central street in Haro, but in 1970, it inaugurated new facilities in the famous Barrio de la Estación in the same town. Muga is characterized by its commitment to traditional winemaking: gravity racking, egg white fining, and all red wines are made, fermented, and aged in oak (there is no stainless steel in the winery). It is also one of the few Spanish wineries with its own cooperage. However, in the vineyard, it embraces modern technology, monitoring the plants.
It is also distinguished by its mastery of aging, especially long aging, as its red wines exceed the aging times stipulated by the Regulatory Council of the D.O.Ca. Rioja. Its portfolio is divided into two lines: a more classic line with the Muga and Prado Enea range, and a more modern one with Torre Muga and the ‘top’ Aro. These are joined by the new Flor de Muga label, available in white and rosé versions. All of these wines have elegance in their DNA, with outstanding acceptance.
It boasts exceptional vineyards of tempranillo, garnacha, graciano, and mazuelo, located in the valleys of the Oja and Tirón rivers. In these lands, soil and climate come together to offer exceptional conditions for the vine, something the Muga family takes full advantage of to craft their renowned wines.
