Vega Sicilia - Ribera Del Duero - Unico Reserva Especial - Red - 2024

Wine:

The Ribera del Duero Único Reserva Especial Red 2024 Release is a rare and exclusive blend of the 2010, 2011, and 2012 vintages, bringing together Tinto Fino and Cabernet Sauvignon. By combining different terroirs, years, and grape varieties, this cuvée preserves the signature style of past vintages while adding extra depth and newfound freshness. This edition elevates the wine to an even higher level of elegance and vibrancy. Despite the maturity of the vintages and the expected power, it remains remarkably delicate, never excessive, thanks to an extended aging process that has refined its structure. Truffle, forest floor, and ripe fruit notes emerge beautifully, while the silky texture, ultra-fine tannins, and a touch of bitterness on the finish create an exceptionally long and persistent tasting experience. Rated 98/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification.
This wine is a blend of the 2010, 2011 and 2012 vintages.

Color:

Bright purple colour.

Nose:

Notes of blackcurrant, sweet spices and cocoa topped with an exquisite hint of menthol.

Palate:

This exceptional cuvée showcases the perfect balance of elegance and power from the blended vintages, delivering a uniquely long, beautifully silky finish.

Temperature:

Serve at 14 to 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Seven-hour-old lamb, duck breast fillet cured with herbs, prime rib of beef.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040

Vega Sicilia holds a unique place among the world’s greatest wines—a legend shaped by its land and its family, coveted by wine lovers across the globe.

These vineyards, nourished by the Duero River and tempered by a harsh climate, are meticulously tended to produce one of the finest wines in existence. The Álvarez family has crafted an icon that unites terroir, time, and human dedication in a pursuit of timeless excellence.

Único, Valbuena, Alión, Pintia, Macán, and Oremus form an extraordinary lineage where nothing is left to chance. Barrels are crafted on-site, ageing is exceptionally long, and entire vintages are sometimes set aside—all in the relentless pursuit of perfection.