Tempos Vega Sicilia Unico Reserva Especial 2025

Winery: Vega-Sicilia

Country / Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero

Date Winery was established: 1864

Grape Variety: Tinto Fino, Cabernet Sauvignon

First Vintage Released: 1917

Alcohol Level / Volume: 14% / 750ml

Ratings: 97 pts Robert Parker (2023)

Decanting Time: Decant for 2 hours. Serve at 15 - 18°C

Our suggestion for decanting time is based on bottles we tried at Txanton in 2025. We guarantee that Txanton stocks are imported and maintained in proper storage within the correct temperature and humidity suitable for wine.

Good To Know: Globally renowned for being one of the best wine producers in Spain, Vega Sicilia's wines are one of the most expensive and highly sought after Spanish wines in the world. The famed winery produces 3 highly collectable wines: Unico, the winery's premier and flagship wine, the Reserva Especial, a blend of the top tier vintages based on the current release which is aged up to 10 years and upwards prior to sale. Lastly, the Valbuena which is made from younger vines and aged up to 5 years before its release.

Presenting the non-vintage Vega Sicilia, a nod to tradition and a testament to the rich history of Spanish wine. The Unico Reserva Especial gracefully merges the characteristics of select Unico vintages, showcasing the pinnacle of quality and complexity. Crafted from only the finest vintages, this iconic wine captures the essence of Vega Sicilia's unique style by blending years, virtues, experiences, and emotions.

Único Reserva Especial 2025 Release from Tempos Vega Sicilia is a prestigious non-vintage red wine blending the estate’s finest 2011, 2012, and 2013 vintages to capture the timeless elegance of Ribera del Duero. Crafted from mostly Tinto Fino with a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon from 36-year-old vines, it is aged for nine years in oak barrels, large foudres, and in bottle to achieve remarkable complexity and harmony. The wine opens with aromas of dark fruit, balsamic herbs, graphite, and cedar, leading to a palate of silky tannins, rich texture, and a lingering finish of spice and minerals—an exceptional release to enjoy now or cellar for decades.