{"product_id":"2016-vega-sicilia-unico","title":"2016 Vega Sicilia Unico","description":"\u003cp\u003eVega Sicilia Único 2016 is one of Spain’s great benchmark reds, combining deep power with remarkable finesse and age-worthy structure. Sourced from the iconic Ribera del Duero estate in Castilla y León, it represents the estate’s long-standing commitment to precision, patience, and extraordinary quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby core with elegant evolution toward garnet over time. The nose is layered and complex, with aromas of dark cherry, plum, cedar, tobacco, spice, and subtle earthy nuances, unfolding beautifully with air.\n\nOn the palate, it is full-bodied yet refined, with concentrated black fruit, savory spice, polished tannins, and a long, nuanced finish. Its balance of richness, freshness, and structure suggests exceptional aging potential, and it will continue to develop complexity for decades in the right cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in the high-altitude terroir of Ribera del Duero, where continental temperatures and stony soils help create wines of intensity and precision, Vega Sicilia Único is crafted with exceptional care. The grapes are hand-harvested and vinified using meticulous selection, followed by extended maturation in a combination of oak casks and bottle to build depth, texture, and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a wine that shines alongside premium dishes such as grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, game, or truffle-infused cuisine. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for at least 1–2 hours to allow its layers to open fully and its structure to soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVega Sicilia is Spain’s most legendary winery, founded in the 19th century and revered for setting the standard for age-worthy, world-class Spanish wine. Located in the heart of Ribera del Duero, the estate has earned international acclaim for its disciplined winemaking and for producing some of the country’s most sought-after bottles, including the iconic Único.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251953619281,"sku":"GCW-VEGA-16013072","price":520.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2012_Vega_Sicilia_Unico_1_1_1_2.png?v=1783442428","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2016-vega-sicilia-unico","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}