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Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5º 2018
Vega Sicilia
/Ribera del Duero
/ 96% Tinto Fino, 4% MerlotDiscover the maximum expression of Vega Sicilia with Valbuena 5º Año, a wine that reflects its unique essence.
This wine has been carefully aged for five years, both in wood and in the bottle, which gives it its distinctive name: Valbuena 5º Año. During the first year of aging, 75% French oak and 25% American oak are used in barrels. In this initial stage, the aim is to build the wine, working on its structure, sweetness and density. The second year of aging takes place in large wooden vats, where the wine acquires elegance, complexity, tension and subtlety.
Valbuena 5º 2018 is a vertical and vibrant expression, with crystalline clarity and a wealth of nuances. Its seductive and creamy texture will delight your senses.
Immerse yourself in the unique experience of Valbuena 5th Year and discover the passion and dedication that Vega.Sicilia has placed in each bottle. This wine is perfect for special occasions and for those seeking oenological excellence. Add it to your collection and enjoy its unique essence.
- Cellar
- Bodegas Vega Sicilia
- Wine region
- Ribera del Duero
- Grape
- 96% Tinto Fino, 4% Merlot
- Aged
- 5 years between wood and bottle. The first year of aging in new barrels, reducing it by 10% with other vintages. The second year of aging takes place in Tinas de Madera.
- Colour
- Red
- Bottle of
- 75 cl.
- Alcohol content
- 14,5%
- Vintage
- 2018
- R. Parker
- 96
- Origin
- Spain
- Bordeaux red with intense ruby rims.
- Frank and clean attack, opulent mouthfeel where its tannic structure is significant but not predominant.
- It is long, balsamic and mineral. Fresh and broad finish with hints of menthol and thyme.
- Starters, Cheeses, Ham and sausages, Fish, Meat, Grilled meats, White meat, Pork, Cured cheese, Lamb, Poultry and Game
- This wine is currently suitable for drinking, but it has a aging potential of 25 years if it is kept in optimal conditions: 12-14 ºC / 54-57 ºF and 60% relative humidity.
- 18ºC
The vineyard is the central axis of the productive activity of Vega Sicilia. Everything is born in the vineyard, and it is this that establishes the quality and uniqueness of the wine, and the posterity of the winery will be confirmed. The 210 hectares of the vineyard are divided into three varieties: Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Of the 210 hectares, 140 hectares are used for the production of Valbuena and Único, and the rest is sent to Alión.
The entire vineyard is divided into 52 different wineries, depending on the grape variety, the age of the plants and the 19 taxonomies of soils that exist in the winery. The minimum age for the production of this plant is 10 years and the average age of production is 35 years.
For old vineyards such as Ontañón, which were planted in 1910 after the appearance of phylloxera, the plot was studied and analyzed, and finally it was determined that the clones that could produce the mother plant were selected, which is the winery's botanical heritage. .
The Vega Sicilia vineyard frame size is 3 x 1.5 m, a total of 2,222 plants can be planted per hectare and the average yield per grape is 1 to 1.5 kg. The preparation of the place is another factor that makes Vega Sicilia unique. Since disinfection is natural, the replanting process on the farm is longer than usual.
In the winery, biological and selective methods are used to discard products made by man in order to eliminate the nematodes existing in the soil that can damage the vine. For this, insecticidal plants are used, which require five years to clean the land. Keep in mind that there are a large number of nematodes in the soil where old vines are planted, so a thorough cleaning process must be carried out before removing old plants.
SHIPPING RATES
Correos Express (1/2 days)
1 bottle - 4.50€ (Free on purchases over €100)
2-3 bottles - 5.50€ (Free on purchases over €100)
4-6 bottles - 6.95€ (Free on purchases over €100)
7-12 bottles - 9.95€ (Free on purchases over €120)
13-18 bottles - 15€ (Free on purchases over €150)
19-24 bottles - 18€ (Free on purchases over €150)
25-48 bottles - 25€ (Free on purchases over €200)
Baleares Express (48/72 hours)
Mallorca
1-3 bottles - 15€ (Free on purchases over €150)
4-6 bottles - 20€ (Free on purchases over €200)
7-9 bottles - 25€. (Free on purchases over €250)
10-12 bottles - 30€. (Free on purchases over €300)
13-24 bottles - 50€. (Free on purchases over €400)
each 6 more bottles +5€
Ibiza, Menorca y Formentera
1-3 bottles - 17€. (Free on purchases over €150)
4-6 bottles - 25€ (Free on purchases over €200)
7-9 bottles - 30€. (Free on purchases over €250)
10-12 bottles - 35€ (Free on purchases over €300)
13-24 bottles - 60€ (Free on purchases over €400)
each 6 more bottles +6€
Correos Express (2-3 días)
1-6 bottles - €9 (Free on purchases over €100)
7-12 bottles - €12 (Free on purchases over €150)
13-24 bottles - €20 (Free on purchases over €200)
25-48 bottles - €30 (Free on purchases over €250)
* Offer applies to orders of 1 bottle or multiples of 3 bottles (3, 6, 9, 12, etc.)
UPS Standard (5-9 days)
Europe 1 - Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands.
1-3 botellas - 25€
4-6 botellas - 30€
7-12 botellas - 40€
13-18 botellas - 70€
19-24 botellas - 80€
Europe 2 - Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Rumania, Sweden.
1-3 bottles - 25€
4-6 bottles - 30€
7-12 bottles - 50€
13-18 bottles - 80€
19-24 bottles - 100€
Calculation valid for bottles of wine, cavas and liqueurs of 50cl, 70cl, 75cl. and 1 liter.
Local customs and taxes will be borne by the recipient (No EU countries)
No shipments are made to post office boxes.
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