Vega Sicilia Unico 2002
Vega Sicilia Unico 2002 is a dry, full-bodied red from Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Ribera del Duero, Spain), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is noticeable. Those scales describe the wine when young; this is a 24-year-old bottle and its tannin and oak will have softened. Good with lamb, roast pork, steak, sausages.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pingus 1997 Dominio de Pingus · Ribera del Duero | £694.00 | |||
| Alion 2018 Vega Sicilia · Ribera del Duero | £711.00 | |||
| Pintia 2021 | £506.00 | |||
| Pingus 1996 Dominio de Pingus · Ribera del Duero | £916.00 |
Vega Sicilia Único 2002 is a distinguished red wine from Spain`s Ribera del Duero region, primarily composed of Tempranillo, with small additions of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The 2002 vintage faced a challenging, rainy harvest, leading to rigorous grape selection and resulting in less than half the usual production. Despite these conditions, the wine exhibits a complex bouquet of chocolate, sweet spice, black cherries, and nuts. On the palate, it is vibrant with balanced acidity, presenting powerful yet sweet flavours reminiscent of oranges dipped in chocolate. The firm, well-integrated tannins suggest significant ageing potential, with an anticipated drinking window extending through 2032 and beyond