Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia ‘Macán Clásico’ Rioja 2017
Product Information
Country Spain
Region Rioja
Grape Variety Tempranillo
Vintage 2017
ABV 14.5%
Experience the exquisite taste of Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia ‘Macán Clásico’ Rioja 2017, a premium Rioja wine crafted in the foothills of the Sierra de Cantabria, La Rioja. This award-winning Spanish red wine perfectly reflects centuries of winemaking tradition, showcasing the region’s unique terroir with fresh, fruity, and elegant notes.
Produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes grown on limestone-rich, sandy-loam vineyards, this vintage offers a harmonious balance of depth, complexity, and liveliness. The 2017 harvest was marked by delicate frost-affected grapes, resulting in a wine with a warm, firm, and refined character.
The Macán Clásico 2017 was aged in 50% new French oak barrels and 10% American oak barrels, enhancing its smoothness and rich flavour profile. Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of Spanish red wines, this vintage is perfect for special occasions or ageing up to 15 years under optimal cellar conditions.
Key Features:
• 100% Tempranillo grapes from Sierra de Cantabria, La Rioja
• Matured in French and American oak barrels for refined smoothness.
• Rich, fruity, and delicate with a warm and firm finish
• Perfect for ageing 10-15 years at 12-14 °C with 60% humidity
• Recommended serving temperature: 18 °C.
Discover the authentic taste of Rioja with Macán Clásico 2017, a top-tier Spanish red wine that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, aged cheeses, and hearty Mediterranean dishes.
The History of Bodegas Vega-Sicilia – Legendary Ribera del Duero Wine Estate
Discover the rich history of Bodegas Vega-Sicilia, Spain’s most prestigious and iconic Ribera del Duero winery. Founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, a visionary who brought Bordeaux grape cuttings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec to Spain, Vega Sicilia expertly combines these with the native Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) grape. Nestled in the unique terroir of Ribera del Duero’s arid soils, this estate pioneered premium Spanish winemaking.
Under the ownership of Antonio Herrero from 1903, Vega Sicilia gained international acclaim, winning numerous awards. Since 1982, the Álvarez family has continued this legacy with meticulous vineyard management, focusing on low yields, green harvesting, and precise grape selection. The winery’s innovative ageing process, using a variety of French and American oak barrels, ensures complex, balanced wines that maintain vibrant fruit flavours without excessive oak influence.
Vega Sicilia’s renowned wine portfolio includes its flagship Único, a multi-vintage blend carefully aged for up to 10 years, the exquisite Único Reserva Especial, and the accessible Valbuena 5°, a five-year-aged Tinto Fino expression. These wines showcase the perfect blend of tradition and innovation, solidifying Vega Sicilia as a cornerstone of Ribera del Duero’s status as one of Spain’s top wine regions.
Additionally, Vega Sicilia oversees Bodegas Alion, Bodegas Pintia, Macán, and the Hungarian Tokaji estate Oremus, expanding its influence across Spain and beyond. Experience the legacy and excellence of Bodegas Vega-Sicilia, a symbol of Spanish fine wine craftsmanship.
