93/100
Penin
Cuvée Alion is the epitome of Vega Sicilia classicism. Aged for 12 to 14 months in barrel, then refined for 15 months in bottle before release, it's an open, flattering red on the nose, revealing notes of red and black fruits, a hint of spice and subtle oak. Fleshy, complex and intense on the palate, with a definite elegance. A fine signature of the domaine!
Features
Estate
Vega Sicilia
Cuvée
Alion
Vintage
2013
Designation
Ribera del Duero
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Tempranillo
Terroirs
rigorous selection of terroirs in the best areas of the appellation
Viticulture
reasoned
Harvest
in small 12 kg crates
Winemaking
fermentations in temperature-controlled wooden vats
Breeding
12 to 14 months in French oak barrels, then 15 months in bottle
Alcohol content
14,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
very generous, medium-dark ruby colour
Nose
open and very flattering, with notes of red and black fruit, a hint of spice and subtle woodiness
Mouth
a full-bodied, complex and intense wine, revealing a definite elegance
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1h before
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2023
Production
260 232 bottles, 6538 magnums, 502 double magnums, 66 imperial
Food and wine pairing
to enjoy with paella, tapas, Iberian cured meats, red meats...
Vega Sicilia
Ribera del Duero
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domain rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Guide Penin
Wine rated 93/ 100
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
on 3 reviews
Note and review by M. MICHEL G. Published on 12/08/2020
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Note and review by M. IVAN B. Published on 09/01/2020
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Note and review by M. ANTOINE M. Published on 01/09/2019
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