Alion - 2001 - Vega Sicilia
Alion - 2001 - Vega Sicilia
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- Producer: Vega Sicilia
- Region: Welt, Welt
- Origin: Private Italian winery
- Vintage: 2001
- Grape Varieties: Tempranillo
- Size: 0.75 L
- Alcohol: 14.00%
- Pairings: Beef dishes, Game
The Vega Sicilia vineyard, planted on predominantly calcareous soils similar to those found in Burgundy, is renowned for producing one of the world’s greatest wines. Contrary to popular belief, the name has no connection to Sicily; rather, it derives from the Santos Sicilia family, the vineyard’s former owners, and the Spanish word “Vega,” which means “valley.” On a 1,000-hectare estate situated 700 meters above the Duero River, 210 hectares are dedicated to viticulture. Bordeaux grape varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec) account for 20%, while Tempranillo remains dominant at 80%. The climate is continental with Atlantic influences. What sets Vega Sicilia apart is its unique—and often controversial—aging process. The wines are first aged for one year in large oak barrels before being transferred to barrels of varying sizes and ages. The aging period, which varies between five and ten years, softens the wine’s robust character. Some older vintages were aged in barrels for over 25 years, but today the estate uses a more traditional method limited to about ten years.
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Level: At the nape of the neck
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