Tempos Vega Sicilia
Ribera del Duero Valbuena 5° 2020
| Denomination | DO Ribera del Duero |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Castile and León (Spain) |
| Grape varieties | 95% Tempranillo, 5% Merlot |
| Aging | Overall ageing of 5 years between French and American oak barrels and bottle, with a period in wooden vats. |
- Origin and designation: Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin (Valladolid), Spain
- Grape variety: 97% Tempranillo (Tinto Fino) and 3% Merlot
- Aged for 5 years: matured in French and American oak, wooden vats and bottle
- Sensory profile: notes of black fruits, spices and cocoa; velvety palate, mineral finish
- Serving and pairings: temperature 16-18°C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with red meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vega Sicilia Valbuena is a red wine of extraordinary prestige, a definitive expression of Ribera del Duero. Created from a blend of Tempranillo and Merlot, it offers a structured profile characterised by a velvety texture and silky tannins. The complex aromas of dark fruits intertwine with delicate hints of spices, cocoa and balsamic notes. On the palate, it is enveloping and harmonious, led by a refreshing acidity towards a long, mineral finish. This red is a contemplative wine, ideal for pairing with grilled red meats and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The wine originates from the Ribera del Duero area, within the Spanish province of Valladolid. The vineyards grow on limestone-rich soils, an element that imparts a precise flavour profile and clear mineral nuances to the tasting experience. Vega Sicilia cultivates its vines on the historic estate of Pago de la Vega de Santa Cecilia y Carrascal. This unique terroir allows for the production of concentrated grapes, essential for ensuring a solid structure and a perfect balance between the intensity of ripe fruit and elegant earthy notes.
How it is produced
Production begins with a rigorous manual harvest, carefully selecting the bunches at the correct ripeness. The must ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, then completes malolactic fermentation. Ageing continues for several years, alternating between French and American oak barrels and resting in wooden vats. This slow maturation process shapes an enveloping flavour profile, skilfully integrating toasted notes and ensuring the wine has remarkable longevity and great aromatic precision.
History and Curiosities
This majestic red reflects the philosophy of precision and tradition of Tempos Vega Sicilia, the legendary estate founded in 1864 in Ribera del Duero. The Valbuena 5° 2020 embodies a profound connection with the land, expressed through a meticulous manual harvest. Its complex structure derives from a five-year maturation, skilfully orchestrated between French and American oak, wooden vats and bottle. An absolute icon, awarded 96 points by James Suckling, capable of enchanting with its unrivalled elegance and extraordinary longevity.
Awards
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2020
96/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2020
95/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2020
93/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
| Name | Vega Sicilia Ribera del Duero Valbuena 5° 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Ribera del Duero DO |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 95% Tempranillo, 5% Merlot |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Castile and León |
| Vendor | Tempos Vega Sicilia |
| Story | History and Curiosities This majestic red reflects the philosophy of precision and tradition of Tempos Vega Sicilia, the legendary estate founded in 1864 in Ribera del Duero. The Valbuena 5° 2020 embodies a profound connection with the land, expressed through a meticulous manual harvest. Its complex structure derives from a five-year maturation, skilfully orchestrated between French and American oak, wooden vats and bottle. An absolute icon, awarded 96 points by James Suckling, capable of enchanting with its unrivalled elegance and extraordinary longevity. |
| Origin | Ribera del Duero, Valbuena de Duero (Valladolid), Castile and León, Spain |
| Soil composition | Limestone-rich soils |
| Yield per hectare | 3600 kg |
| Harvest | From 20 September to 3 October |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting in 12 kg crates; fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks followed by malolactic fermentation; total ageing of 5 years between French and American oak barriques, resting in wooden vats and subsequent ageing in bottle |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting in 12 kg crates; fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, followed by malolactic fermentation; total ageing of 5 years between French and American oak barriques (225 l, both new and used), resting in wooden vats and subsequent ageing in bottle. |
| Aging | Overall ageing of 5 years between French and American oak barrels and bottle, with a period in wooden vats. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |