Cheers! from the Duke of Bourbon 
The quality and value of Spanish wines is not a well-kept secret any longer thanks, in part, to the Duke's efforts. We have another top-notch Spanish gem for you from the famed wine-making region of Rioja on the east- and south-facing slopes of the Obarenes Mountains. Here, long growth cycles ensure that grapes and all their components reach a delicate, prolonged and complex state of ripeness which is, without a doubt, the key to the region's potential for producing some of the world's most exquisite wines. Bodegas Muga was founded in 1932 by Isaac Muga and his wife, Aurora Caņo, both of whom came from families with long traditions in the wine-making industry. Over the years, Muga wines have gained international recognition and acclaim and the one we have for you will only add to the legend.Bodegas Muga 2001 Reserva is our topic for the day. Robert Parker raved about the wine as he awarded it 92 points: "Readers should be purchasing the 2001 Muga Reserva by the case. It is a stunning, unfiltered Rioja made from 70% Tempranillo, 20% Grenache, and the rest Mazuelo and Graciano. A big, rich bouquet of raspberries, cherries, graphite, and tobacco leaves is accompanied by abundant fruit, an expansive, medium to full-bodied palate, elegant, lush flavors, sweet tannin, and hints of cedar and white chocolate. This beautiful Rioja should drink well for a decade."That would be a sensational review for a wine in the $75.00 and up category. But to have those words said about a wine that the Duke is bringing to you at $22.50 per bottle is nearly unbelievable. Buy a 6-pack and save an addi tonal 5%. If you follow Parker's advice and buy a case (or more), the Duke will make the price just $19.99 per bottle! Think of fine wine! Think of the Duke!  
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