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Alion, Vega Sicilia 2001

RegionSpain
Subregion Spain > Castilla y León > Ribera del Duero
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyCabernet Sauvignon/Tempranillo

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Tasting Notes

The finest Alion I have tasted from this project owned bythe propietors of Vega Sicilia, the 2001 is a sensational effort. Moreover, while it's not inexpensive, 25,000 cases are produced. A deep ruby/purple colour is followed by a glorious, smoky nose of espresso, dried herbs, roasted meats, sweet black currants, new saddle leather, plums and cherries. This provocative, rich, complex, full-bodied Ribera del Duero possesses wonderful glycerin, fabulous purity, and a long finish that lasts for 40+ seconds. It is an opulent, voluptuously-styled wine with great stature. Drink it over the next decade.

95
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (159), June 2005
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