Vega Sicilia, 'Valbuena No. 5' 2010 (6 BT)

Vega Sicilia, 'Valbuena No. 5' 2010 

Ribera del Duero

The year of the new winery here, with more precision in working the vineyard parcels. 90% Tempranillo, 10% Merlot. This was an easy vintage, much acclaimed from the start. In 2018, a great Tempranillo, scented/smoky, bilberries nose that comes out to greet you. On the palate, a beautiful, silky texture, with glorious ripe fruit. This is a big wine, but the freshness covers the alcohol. Luscious and opulent, with a lift at the end. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

6 bts (owc)

A spectacular collection of Vega Sicilia, one of Spain’s most legendary and longest-lived wines, spanning two centuries. This collection includes some of the best vintages produced by this illustrious property, consistently perceived as the one and only ‘First Growth’ of the Iberian Peninsula. The full trinity of Cuvées, Valbuena 5°, Unico, and the rare Vega Sicilia Unico Grand Reserva Especial are all present, with a sublime offering of those rare bottles in their original wooden cases with landmark vintages such as 1962, 1968 and 1974. Vega Sicilia stands the test of time as one of Spain’s most celebrated wines, and is amongst the world’s greatest producers of age-worthy reds. Needless to say, this collection will capture the attention and excitement of the foremost collectors around the world.

LYING AT HILLEBRAND BEAUNE, Offered Duty Paid