COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild Vega Sicilia
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Macán Benjamin de Rothschild Vega Sicilia 2019 is a 100% Tempranillo red wine from the Rioja DOCa region of Spain. It is produced by Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia, a joint venture formed in 2004 by Tempos Vega Sicilia and the Barón Edmond de Rothschild Wine Company. The project aims to offer a modern interpretation of Rioja wines, drawing inspiration from the Bordeaux winemaking model. The vineyards are situated in the foothills of the Sierra Cantabria, on high terraces with gravelly, calcareous clay soils, and the vines average 35 years of age. The 2019 vintage was characterized by warm, dry weather, with late September rains aiding grape texture. The name 'Macán' is derived from the local inhabitants of San Vicente de la Sonsierra.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€85
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Macán is a joint venture established in 2004.
Fact 02
The name 'Macán' is inspired by the local inhabitants of San Vicente de la Sonsierra.
Fact 03
The project follows a Bordeaux model of a first and second wine.
Fact 04
Vines average 35 years old, contributing to grape concentration.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Macán Benjamin de Rothschild Vega Sicilia 2019 begins with grapes sourced from mature plots, averaging 35 years old. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel vats, with a focus on gentle, infusion-like techniques, sometimes using indigenous yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, both new and used, with some American oak also utilized. The 2019 vintage was managed with careful attention to harvest timing, influenced by warm, dry weather and beneficial late September rains that helped refine grape texture.
