Vega Sicilia, Alión 2020
Product Information
Country Spain
Region Ribera del Duero
Grape Variety Tempranillo
Vintage 2020
ABV 14.5%
Experience the elegance of Alión 2020, a distinguished Spanish red wine from Ribera del Duero, crafted using the same meticulous viticultural practices as the iconic Vega Sicilia estate. This vintage is the result of carefully selected terroirs, each contributing to a full-bodied yet balanced Tempranillo with structure and finesse.
Vintage Profile – Ribera del Duero 2020
The 2020 vintage began with dry conditions, leading to exceptionally healthy grapes. However, heavy September rains brought challenges, slightly diluting the fruit. To ensure optimal quality, harvest was delayed to allow the grapes to re-concentrate—resulting in a wine that is more vertical, refined, and fresh than previous vintages.
Thanks to highly polymerised grape skins, we were able to extract more structure and nuance, increasing the use of American oak barrels by 4%. The addition of concrete tanks during vinification enhanced both freshness and verticality, delivering a wine of remarkable depth and spicy character.
Despite the challenges of the Covid-impacted vintage, Alión 2020 showcases elegance, delicacy, and vibrant complexity, making it a standout choice for collectors and enthusiasts of aged Spanish wines.
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.
