2020 Vega Sicilia Oremus Petracs

The 2019 Vega Sicilia Oremus Petracs is a singular, site-expressive white wine from one of Tokaj’s most revered vineyards, crafted by Spain’s legendary Vega Sicilia estate. This is a dry, terroir-driven expression of Tokaj, far removed from the region’s traditional sweet styles, showcasing intensity, precision and remarkable finesse. Sourced from the historic Petracs vineyard, it combines old-vine concentration with the meticulous winemaking standards that have made Vega Sicilia a benchmark name in fine wine.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2019 Petracs shows a luminous, pale straw to light gold color, with a brilliant clarity that hints at its tension and energy. The nose is immediately complex and refined, opening with notes of ripe pear, quince and green apple, followed by layers of white flowers, chamomile, wet stone and subtle citrus zest. Hints of honeycomb, toasted hazelnut and a delicate, smoky-mineral edge emerge with air, adding depth and sophistication. On the palate, this is a structured, dry Furmint of impressive precision and length. The attack is taut and vibrant, with crystalline acidity framing flavors of orchard fruits, lemon pith and grapefruit, expanding into saline minerality and a fine, almost chalky texture. The oak is beautifully integrated, lending gentle spice, creaminess and volume without ever overwhelming the wine’s purity. The finish is long, focused and mouthwatering, suggesting excellent aging potential; with proper cellaring, this vintage should evolve gracefully over 8–12 years, gaining more honeyed, nutty and tertiary nuances while retaining its core freshness.

Production
Petracs is a single, historic vineyard in Tokaj, planted primarily to Furmint, a grape renowned for its naturally high acidity and strong expression of site. The vines sit on volcanic subsoils mixed with clay and stone, a classic Tokaj terroir that imparts a distinctive mineral backbone and tension to the wine. Grapes are typically harvested by hand in small crates, allowing strict selection of perfectly healthy, optimally ripe clusters—important for a top-quality dry wine in a region long associated with botrytised sweet wines. In the cellar, the fruit is gently pressed and fermented in a combination of oak and temperature-controlled vessels, preserving aromatic purity while building texture and complexity. The wine then matures on fine lees, often in carefully chosen oak barrels, which contributes creaminess, subtle spice and structure, while Vega Sicilia’s hallmark precision ensures impeccable balance.

Food & Serving
This 2019 Oremus Petracs is a gastronomic white that pairs beautifully with refined dishes. It is excellent with grilled or pan-seared white fish, shellfish, scallops, and lobster, as well as roasted poultry, guinea fowl, or veal with delicate sauces. Its vibrant acidity and mineral drive also make it a superb match for dishes with mushrooms, truffle accents, or refined vegetable preparations, and it stands up well to semi-hard cheeses and aged goat cheeses. Serve chilled but not too cold, ideally around 10–12°C (50–54°F), to allow its aromatics and texture to fully open. A short decant of 20–30 minutes in a medium-sized white wine carafe can help the wine unfurl its layers, especially in its youth.

Producer
Vega Sicilia is one of the most revered names in the world of fine wine, originally founded in the 19th century in Ribera del Duero, Spain, and long considered a benchmark for age-worthy, world-class reds. In the 1990s, the Álvarez family, owners of Vega Sicilia, extended their vision to Hungary, acquiring the Oremus estate in Tokaj, a region with centuries of winemaking history and UNESCO World Heritage status. Oremus has since become a leading reference in Tokaj, producing both traditional sweet Tokaji Aszú and top-quality dry wines that highlight the region’s volcanic terroir and the Furmint grape. The Petracs bottling represents one of the estate’s most ambitious dry expressions, showcasing Vega Sicilia’s dedication to meticulous viticulture, low yields and precision winemaking beyond their Spanish heartland.

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