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LOT 262

Lot 262

BODEGAS VEGA-SICILIA RIBERA ÚNICO 1996 (1) 96 WA

BODEGAS VEGA-SICILIA RIBERA ÚNICO 1996 (1) 96 WA
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BODEGAS VEGA-SICILIA RIBERA ÚNICO 1996

Ribera del Duero.

Pablo Alvarez quipped that in 1996, the growing season was so benevolent, that the winemaker was not even necessary! The 1996 Unico has a very pure, pastille-like bouquet with raspberry, wild strawberry, crushed stone and a touch of Chinese tea. It has impressive delineation and linearity. The palate is medium-bodied with filigree tannins. The fruit profile is shimmering in the glass with black cherries, cassis and blueberry notes. It is very feminine and powerful towards the poised, tensile finish that is long and seductive. One of the finest recent vintages, suffused with sensuality and opulence, the 1996 Unico is destined to be a great wine, one that might unfairly be over-shadowed by the 1994. 99,480 bottles produced. Drink 2020-2040+ August 2012 WA 96

1 bt.    per lot $500 - $600

Realised: $570
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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