Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia ‘Macán Clásico’ Rioja 2019
Product Information
Country Spain
Region Rioja
Grape Variety Tempranillo
Vintage 2019
ABV 14%
Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia ‘Macán Clásico’ Rioja 2019 is a premium expression of 100% Tempranillo from the prestigious Sonsierra region in La Rioja, Spain. Produced in collaboration by Tempos Vega Sicilia and Baron Edmond de Rothschild, this Spanish red wine captures the freshness and elegance of Rioja's sandy clay soils, with a vintage character shaped by the unique climate of 2019.
Crafted with precision and aged in a refined balance of oak to preserve its vibrancy, Macán Clásico offers a deep, structured wine with notes of dark fruit, subtle spice, and remarkable complexity. The winemaking process emphasizes minimal extraction to allow the terroir to express itself fully — resulting in a red wine that is powerful yet refined.
This 2019 vintage benefits from a warm growing season followed by timely September rains, yielding concentrated berries with excellent balance and ageing potential. It is a wine designed for enjoyment now or cellaring for up to 15 years under optimal storage conditions.
Tasting Notes:
• Body: Full
• Palate: Concentrated dark fruit, fresh acidity, delicate spice
• Aroma: Ripe red berries, floral hints, subtle oak toast
• Finish: Long, smooth, and refined
Ideal For:
• Wine collectors seeking high-end Rioja.
• Enthusiasts looking for Spanish red wine for ageing.
• Gifting for special occasions
• Pairing with grilled meats, lamb, or aged cheeses
Serving & Storage:
• Serving Temperature: 18 ºC
• Storage Conditions: 12-14 ºC, 60% relative humidity
• Drinking Window: Now through 2034
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.
