Valbuena 2005 Vega Sicilia

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Vega Sicilia
Vintage	2005
Country	Spain
Region	Ribera del Duero
Grape	Tempranillo
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2025
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (93)

The 2005 Valbuena is purple/black in color with an alluring nose of pain grille, pencil lead, Asian spices, espresso, incense, and blackberry. On the palate it reveals its elegant personality, round texture, savory flavors, and lengthy, pure finish. Bodegas Vega Sicilia remains a benchmark for the world’s great red wines. The Valbuena bottling receives 3 years in barrel and 2 years in bottle prior to release. On the occasion of my visit in May 2010, the three Reserva Especials already in bottle and awaiting release were tasted side by side. They are identified (for the purposes of this review only) as the 2013 Release, the 2012 Release, and the 2011 Release. I was not told what vintages are in each bottling but it actually makes little difference. The Reserva Especials are blended to a house style designed to reflect Vega Sicilia at its very best. The vagaries of vintage (as reflected in Unico) are blended away leaving a wine that is, in my opinion, better than any of the single vintage wines with the possible exception of the 1942.

Winespectator (91)

Plush and balanced, this red offers blackberry, currant, licorice and chocolate flavors, with juicy acidity and just enough tannins for grip. This has concentration without heaviness. Still youthful.

BOW (7.50)