VEGA SICILIA Ribera del Duero 'Valbuena 5°’ 2000

The 2000 Valbuena 5° is a simply outstanding Ribera del Duero which is intense, earthy, layered with a musty undertone. This has turned out to be a complete success from a challenging vintage in Ribera and is evolving beautifully. This has developed wonderful mature characteristics of dried raisins, red cherry compote, wild mushrooms, coffee grounds and cassis which all come to mind as the aromatics are absolutely seductive. The palate is plush and gorgeously textured, showing gorgeous flavors of black cherry, cassis, graphite, crushed mint, and black truffles which weave their way through the long, silky finish. This is a total gem which is showing remarkably well, nonetheless it should also continue its evolution over the next decade. (Best 2017-2027) - May, 2017 (OB)


Wine Specifications


  • Report Date: May, 2017
  • Producer: Bodegas Vega-Sicilia
  • Vintage: 2000
  • Drinking Window: 2017-2027
  • Estimated Value: $200
  • Country: Spain
  • Region: Castilla y León
  • Appellation: Ribera del Duero
  • Importer: N/A

VEGA SICILIA Ribera del Duero Valbuena 5

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