Valbuena 5 1997 Vega Sicilia

4.3 stars - 3 professional reviews

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Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Producer	Vega Sicilia
Vintage	1997
Country	Spain
Region	Ribera del Duero
Grape	Tempranillo
Alcohol %	13,5%
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2020
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

The dense ruby/purple-colored 1997 Valbuena reveals a deep, sweet nose of black fruits intermixed with earth, leather, smoke, and fruit cake. There is sensational texture on the palate, seamlessly integrated tannin and acidity, and moderate quantities of oak. While young, it is already showing exceptionally well.

Winespectator (97)

This generous red offers blackberry and cooked cherry flavors on a lush frame, with just enough tannin for grip, and crisp acidity. It's still fresh and lively. This was the better of two samples.