NV Vega Sicilia Unico Reserva Especial 90/94/96 2009release Ribera del Duero 0,75L

The NV Vega Sicilia Único Reserva Especial 90/94/96, released in 2009, is a prestigious non-vintage red wine from Ribera del Duero, produced by Spain’s most iconic estate, Vega Sicilia. This cuvée blends three outstanding vintages — 1990, 1994, and 1996 — selected for their exceptional character and aging potential, creating a timeless and harmonious expression.

Tasting Notes:

The wine opens with an exquisite and layered nose, offering notes of ripe black cherries, dried figs, cigar box, leather, and exotic spices, along with hints of graphite and forest floor. On the palate, it is silky and profound, showing beautifully resolved tannins, bright acidity, and remarkable balance. Flavors of plum compote, black tea, cedar, and dark chocolate unfold gradually, finishing with impressive length and grace.

Grape Composition:

• Predominantly Tempranillo (Tinto Fino)
• A small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon, as per Vega Sicilia’s classic blend

Classification:

• Denominación de Origen (D.O.) Ribera del Duero
• The Reserva Especial designation is unique: it’s a non-vintage blend of the estate’s best Único vintages, released only in exceptional years and in very limited quantities.

Style & Philosophy:

This wine is a tribute to the old Spanish tradition of blending top vintages to achieve the ultimate expression of a house style. Rich, complex, and refined, the 2009 release of Único Reserva Especial is an emblem of patience, heritage, and uncompromising quality, capturing the soul of Vega Sicilia’s legendary cellar.

Ideal for collectors and connoisseurs, it offers extraordinary aging potential and is best enjoyed with decanting or careful cellaring.