Vega Sicilia “valbuena 5” Ribera Del Duero

Valbuena 5 is the purest expression of Vega Sicilia’s red wine. It is aged for five years between barrel and bottle giving rise to the wine’s name: Valbuena 5. A complex vintage influenced by frosts and drought. A quick and early harvest definitely a challenging vintage we interpreted by extracting less during fermentation and making adjustments in ageing. The first year of ageing 10 % less new oak barrels were used and ageing took place in wooden casks during the second year essential when it comes to developing the wine’s harmony and tension. Valbuena 5 2017 is more mature juicy and voluptuous expression with the focus always on harmony.