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Vega Sicilia & Benjamin de Rothschild - Rioja Macan Clásico 2019

Vega Sicilia & Benjamin de Rothschild - Rioja Macan Clasico 2019

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4/5 (1 customers)

94/100

Penin

93+/100

Robert Parker

93/100

James Suckling

17/20

Jancis Robinson

Spain
Tempranillo
long finale
character
duck confit

“A 100% Tempranillo from Vega Sicilia that captures the very essence of the Álava region!”

"The second wine in the Bordeaux tradition is the Macán Clásico 2019, a more concentrated and powerful wine from a warmer, drier vintage that was saved by the 80 liters of rain that fell during the first half of September. It fermented in stainless steel with 10% of the winery’s own yeasts, and 22% of the aging took place in stainless steel, with the remainder in new and used oak barrels—primarily French, though with about 5% American oak—over a 12-month period. The wine has a moderate alcohol content of 14%, gentle acidity, good freshness, and good balance. The 2019 vintage was dry and hot, and the winemaking was gentle to avoid overly pronounced tannins. The nose is ripe without being excessive, and the oak is well integrated. The palate is juicy and round, with fine tannins and a velvety texture. " (Wine Advocate 2023)

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Estate

Vega Sicilia

Vintage

Macan Clasico

Vintage

2019

Designation

Rioja

Region

Spain

Grape varieties

100% Tempranillo

Regions

Vines averaging 32 years old, located at an altitude of 500 meters on terraces with poor, gravelly, and clay-limestone soils, in the Álava region

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

In the traditional method, part of the malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels

Livestock farming

Aged for 15 months in French oak barrels

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

Garnet color with purple highlights; clear and bright

Nose

Concentrated, with a bouquet of fruits: blackberries, morello cherries, and black cherries, along with refined notes of vanilla and oriental spices, complemented by hints of toast and chocolate

Palate

Nice structure, firm yet rounded tannins; the flavors echo those on the nose, with a long finish featuring notes of graphite and mild spices, and lovely aromatic complexity

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

1 hour ago

Drink from

2024

Drink before

2030

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Perfect with paella, a rack of Iberian pork, or a tapas platter...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated wine (2023 guide) 93+/100 (Outstanding wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

The second wine in the Bordeaux tradition is the Macán Clásico 2019, a more concentrated and powerful wine from a warmer, drier vintage that was saved by the 80 liters of rain that fell during the first half of September. It fermented in stainless steel with 10% of their own yeasts, and 22% of the aging took place in stainless steel, with the remainder in new and used oak barrels—primarily French, but with about 5% American—over a 12-month period. The wine has a moderate alcohol content of 14%, gentle acidity, good freshness, and good balance. The 2019 vintage was dry and hot, and the winemaking was gentle to avoid overly pronounced tannins. The nose is ripe without being excessive, and the oak is well integrated. The palate is juicy and round, with fine tannins and a velvety texture. 2023–2029

Penin Guide

Guide Penin

Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Well-balanced style, clean aromas, bright cherry color, balanced aromas, full of character, powerful, red fruits, ripe fruits, structured on the palate, fruity, flavorful.

Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated (2023 guide) 17/20

About the wine:

Deep crimson. Very bright, toasty, and intense fruit. Very lively and exciting. A touch of minerality. Very long finish. 2023–2030

James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100

About the wine:

A rich yet refined and layered nose that unfolds with aromas of dark plums, dried strawberries, olives, cocoa beans, and savory Mediterranean spices. The medium- to full-bodied palate is framed by an abundance of powerful, fine-grained tannins that give it a grippy texture. It needs time. Best enjoyed after 2024.

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4/5

based on 1 review

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Review by Mr. DOUWE V. Published on 07/30/2025

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