Vega Sicilia, Valbuena 5 2020
Product Information
Country Spain
Region Ribera del Duero
Grape Variety 97% Tempranillo, 3% Merlot
Vintage 2020
ABV 14%
Discover Valbuena 5º 2020, Vega Sicilia’s most refined red wine, renowned for its exquisite ageing process of five years in oak barrels and bottle maturation. This exceptional vintage showcases a unique expression of Spanish Tempranillo grapes, crafted with meticulous vineyard care during an unpredictable growing season.
The 2020 vintage was shaped by extraordinary challenges, including Covid-19 adaptations and unusual heavy rainfall before harvest. These factors demanded vigilant grape monitoring to maintain optimal concentration despite dilution risks. The result? An ethereal, elegant, and subtly rich red wine with a deep, complex flavour profile that delights wine connoisseurs worldwide.
Vineyard and Vintage Highlights:
• Warmer temperatures led to excellent grape structure.
• Balanced spring with below-average rainfall and no frost damage
• Early veraison due to warm July, with careful harvest pauses during rain to ensure grape quality.
• Hand-picked, healthy grapes producing a delicate yet profound wine.
Serving Recommendations and Storage:
Valbuena 5º 2020 is ready to enjoy now but has impressive ageing potential of up to 25 years when stored at 12-14ºC with 60% humidity. Serve this premium Spanish red wine at 18ºC for the best tasting experience.
Elevate your wine collection with this elegant Spanish Tempranillo red, perfect for special occasions or thoughtful gifts.
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.
