Unico 1979 Vega Sicilia

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (92)

There was no Unico released in 1977 or 1978 so this must have come as a blessing at the time. The 1979 Unico has a generous bouquet that is not quite as complex as other vintages, with notes of mint, sandalwood, dried blood and redcurrant. The palate is medium-bodied, a little more rustic with tart red fruit, racy acidity with raspberry coulis, strawberry and a healthy sprinkling of white pepper towards the finish. It is a little compact at the moment but it has a fine effervescent, ferrous aftertaste that has more breadth and length than the 1976. 42,100 bottles produced. Drink now-2025.

Winespectator (95)

Sappy aromas and flavors detract from an otherwise nicely built, smooth and buttery wine. Drinkable now, but don't wait.

BOW (8.25)