Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia ‘Macán Clásico’ Rioja 2021
Product Information
Country Spain
Region Rioja
Grape Variety Tempranillo, Garnacha
Vintage 2021
ABV 14%
Experience the exceptional Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia ‘Macán Clásico’ Rioja 2021 Rioja red wine, a masterful blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha grapes from the prestigious slopes of the Sierra de Cantabria in Spain's Rioja region. This vintage captures the essence of Rioja Sonsierra winemaking tradition, with a bold yet refined profile that reflects its unique terroir.
Crafted during an outstanding 2021 vintage, this Spanish red wine offers remarkable freshness, lively acidity, and ripe fruit character, thanks to optimal growing conditions and expert vineyard management. The inclusion of Garnacha for the second consecutive year adds complexity and softness to the wine’s structure.
With its deep ruby colour, aromatic intensity, and notes of red berries, spices, and subtle oak, Macán Clásico 2021 delivers a balanced and elegant wine-drinking experience. This vintage is the most refined expression to date, thanks to improved blending techniques and meticulous vinification by the technical team.
Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts, this Rioja wine is ready to enjoy now or can be cellared for over 15 years under optimal storage conditions (12–14ºC and 60% humidity). Serve at 18ºC to enjoy its full complexity.
Key Features:
• Style: Elegant, Fresh, Fruit-forward
• Ageing Potential: 15+ years
• Serving Temp: 18ºC
• Food Pairing: Roast lamb, aged cheeses, charcuterie
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.
