1998 Vega Sicilia Unico Riserva
Vineyard: Bodegas Vega-Sicilia
Price: $389.00- $795.00
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Varietal: Tempranillo
Style: Red Wine
Region: Spain > Vinos de la Tierra (VdlT) > Ribera del Duero
Other Vintages: 1989 1979 1976 1975 1973
Drink By: 2007
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
This is the official Vega Sicilia only made in top years and released anywhere from 10 to 20 years after the vintage. A characteristic common to all Vega Sicilia vintages is their brightness. Although these wines are relatively old they retain remarkable freshness due to the good levels of acidity and a fair amount of body and alcohol. Intense cherry red with ruby reflections. In its aromatic complexity the nose is uniquely 'Unico' showing notes of macerated fruit compote eucalypus and menthol characteristic of the Vega Sicilia terroir. The palate is powerful opulent and aggressive read more...with an aromatically persistant finish reflecting the flavors of the nose. (hide)
Expert Reviews
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for Spain-Vinos de la Tierra (VdlT)-Ribera del Duero: 88 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>