Vega Sicilia - Valbuena 5º año - Alvarez 2007 : a Tempranillo of exception
A powerful yet elegant 2007 vintage
2007 was marked by a mild, wet winter followed by a hot, dry spring and summer, with well-distributed rainfall. These ideal conditions enabled the grapes to reach optimum ripeness, producing wines of great richness and complexity.
A racy, expressive Tempranillo
- Appearance: Vega Sicilia - Valbuena 5º año - Alvarez 2007 has a deep, elegant garnet-red color with tiled highlights.
- Nose: Complex and bewitching, the nose exhales aromas of red and black fruits, cedar, tobacco and mocha. Spicy, vanilla notes add a touch of complexity to this aromatic bouquet.
- Palate: Powerful and full-bodied, with good acidity and silky tannic structure. Flavors of fruit and spice combine with notes of mocha and dark chocolate for a long, persistent finish.
- Laying down: An excellent wine for laying down, Vega Sicilia - Valbuena 5º año - Alvarez 2007 can be cellared for several years. Son potentiel de vieillissement dépend du lot et des conditions de stockage.
Wine and food pairing: A subtle match for Vega Sicilia - Valbuena 5º año - Alvarez 2007
Vega Sicilia - Valbuena 5º año - Alvarez 2007 is a wine that goes perfectly with grilled red meats, game, blue-veined cheeses and simmered dishes. Il est également idéal pour accompagner les desserts au chocolat noir.
A legendary estate and a must-have cuvée
The Vega Sicilia estate is one of the most prestigious in Spain. Founded in 1864, it is renowned for its wines of great quality and longevity. Cuvée Valbuena 5º año is one of the estate's jewels.
Other vintages to discover
If you enjoyed Vega Sicilia - Valbuena 5º año - Alvarez 2007, don't hesitate to discover other remarkable vintages from this estate, such as
2005,
2010 and
2016. You won't be disappointed!
Additional information:
Domain website:
https://www.temposvegasicilia.com/
