COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild Vega Sicilia
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Macán Clásico is a distinguished red wine from Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild Vega Sicilia, located in the DOCa Rioja region of Spain. This wine represents a significant collaboration between the Rothschild family and Vega Sicilia, aiming to produce superior wines that reflect the unique terroir of Rioja Alta. The name 'Macán' itself is a nod to the local identity of San Vicente de la Sonsierra. The 2020 vintage was a balanced year, yielding grapes with notable fruitiness and refined skins, contributing to the wine's lively character. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of approximately 500 meters, planted on limestone and sandy-clay soils.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Macán is a colloquial term for the inhabitants of San Vicente de la Sonsierra.
Fact 02
The project began in 2004, a fusion of French elegance and Spanish finesse.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated at an altitude of 500 meters.
Fact 04
The wine is 100% Tempranillo, a hallmark of Rioja.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Macán Clásico begins with a manual harvest in 12 kg boxes. Grapes undergo a cold soak for three to four days before fermentation, which takes place in both barrels and stainless steel tanks, with 25% native yeasts utilized in the 2020 vintage. Gentle extraction techniques are employed. Malolactic fermentation is carried out partially in barrels and partially in vats. The wine is then aged for 15 to 17 months, primarily in French oak barrels, with a significant percentage being new. This aging process is designed to develop complexity and refine the wine's structure.
