{"title":"Vega Sicilia","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSpain's 'First Growth'\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Ribera del Duero, Vega Sicilia was founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, who established the vineyards with cuttings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec taken from the vineyards of Bordeaux. The estate planted Tempranillo alongside these Bordelais varietals, which now makes up the majority of the modern Vega Sicilia blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flagship wines are Unico and Unico Reserva Especial - the former is aged for 10 years before release while the latter is a blend of only the finest vintages. Valbuena 5 is the estate's 'entry level' wine, a five year aged Tempranillo. Alongside Vega Sicilia, the same team also manage Bodegas Alion in Ribera del Duero and Bodegas Pintia in Toro.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-pintia-2007","title":"Vega Sicilia Pintia 2007","description":"Vega Sicilia Pintia 2007 presents a deep ruby core, indicative of its age. The nose reveals aromatic layers of blackberries, plums, and subtle hints of earthy spice. On the palate, the wine is structured and medium-bodied, showcasing a blend of red and dark fruit with herbal notes. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a foundation that suggests potential for further development. Vega Sicilia, established in 1864 in Ribera del Duero, is renowned for its meticulous approach to winemaking, focusing on terroir and tradition. This vintage requires patience for full expression.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62379214373194,"sku":"HED98703","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED98703.jpg?v=1781906355"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-valbuena-5-1999","title":"Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5 1999","description":null,"brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62394486456650,"sku":"HED60381","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED60381_a7c6f35d-4b61-4ce5-b033-d638dcfe5ca0.jpg?v=1785279978"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-reserva-especial-10-11-12-magnum-2024","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico Reserva Especial 10 11 12 Magnum 2024","description":"Vega Sicilia Único Reserva Especial 10 11 12 2024 is a multi-vintage, Tempranillo-based red wine produced in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Vega Sicilia was founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, who established the vineyards with cuttings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec taken from the vineyards of Bordeaux. The estate planted Tempranillo alongside these Bordelais varietals, which now makes up the majority of the modern Vega Sicilia blend. The flagship wines are Único and Único Reserva Especial – the former is aged for 10 years before release while the latter is a blend of only the finest vintages. The 2024 release of the Reserva Especial is available here in magnum format.  \"The NV Único Reserva Especial 2024 Release was produced with a blend of wines from 2010, 2011 and 2012, not that far from the previous release, which was from 2009, 2011 and 2012, as they are slowly trying to increase the average age of the wine. As I`ve seen in the last few years, they look for a house style from yesteryear, combining more developed characteristics with elegance and freshness. This blend of Tinto Fino with some Cabernet Sauvignon is also lower in alcohol, 14%, with a pH of 3.85 and 5.1 grams of acidity. The colour denotes some evolution with a faint orange around the rim. The nose is complex and elegant, a more developed version of the 2014 Único that I tasted next to it, with truffle, forest floor, ripe black fruit, sweet spices, leather and meat. The palate feels quite polished, with a superb texture, sleek and elegant, with very fine tannins, subtle bitterness and a long and lingering taste. This is a superb blending exercise. 18,288 bottles and 272 magnums produced. It was bottled in June 2020.\" Luis Gutiérrez, 2024","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411647680842,"sku":"HED96333","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED96333.jpg?v=1781889383"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-magnum-1990","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico Magnum 1990","description":"Vega Sicilia Único 1990 is a full-bodied, mature-vintage red wine from the Ribera del Duero appellation of Spain. Vega Sicilia produces some of Spain`s most sought-after red wines from its 1,000ha estate in Ribera del Duero. This is the estate`s flagship wine. Available here in magnum format, the 1990 vintage is 80% Tinto Fino and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Wonderfully opulent, boasting red fruited and dried fruit character, meaty complexity and cedar, earth notes.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411648139594,"sku":"HED98977","price":1900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED98977.jpg?v=1781889385"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-alion-2007","title":"Vega Sicilia Alion 2007","description":"Alion, first produced in 1991, is made entirely from Tempranillo (Tinto Fino), primarily from the Ribera del Duero region. It represents a more modern style for Vega Sicilia, but it is produced within the same philosophy of quality and terroir as their other wines.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \nThe 2007 Vega Sicilia Alion stands out with its power and elegance, a prime expression of Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero. The nose is a complex blend of ripe blackberries, cassis, and earthy notes, with undertones of tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is rich and layered, showing well-integrated oak and soft tannins. Flavours of dark fruit, cocoa, and spice evolve on the mid-palate, with a smooth, lengthy finish. This vintage strikes a balance between freshness and depth, demonstrating the finesse Vega Sicilia is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411650302282,"sku":"HED98770","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED98770.jpg?v=1781889393"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-alion-magnum-2020","title":"Vega Sicilia Alion Magnum 2020","description":"Vega Sicilia Alión 2020 is a full-bodied Tempranillo red wine from the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Produced from vineyards neighbouring Vega Sicilia – and indeed produced by the winemaking team behind this iconic wine –  Alión is distinct in being a thoroughly modern expression of Ribera. Winemaking is done entirely with modern methods and state-of-the-art equipment. On the 2020 vintage, which is available here in magnum format. \"2020 was drier than average until the harvest, when it rained and diluted the grapes, and they had to wait to regain concentration. The result is that the 2020 Alión is a wine with better balance and freshness. They felt the skins were very ripe and they could extract more and use a little more American oak (4%) in the élévage. From 2019, they kept the press wine separate until June, and they keep separate quantities of press wines that are aged in different containers depending on the quality of the wine. They used a percentage of concrete and oak vats for the élévage, which gives the wine more verticality and freshness. It`s a subtle and elegant Alión, not as dense as some other vintages, but with nice balance and very elegant tannins.\"  Luis Gutiérrez, 2024","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411740676426,"sku":"HED96336","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED96336.jpg?v=1781889703"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-pintia-2008","title":"Vega Sicilia Pintia 2008","description":"Vega Sicilia Pintia 2008 is a distinguished red wine from Spain`s Toro region, crafted primarily from Tempranillo grapes. This expression showcases the varietal’s bold character with structured tannins and moderate acidity, resulting in a balanced profile. The wine undergoes extensive oak ageing, lending complexity and depth. Vega Sicilia, the producer, has a storied history dating back to 1864, renowned for its meticulous vineyard practices and commitment to crafting wines of notable integrity.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411816272202,"sku":"HED11119","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED11119.jpg?v=1781890000"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-valbuena-5-2013","title":"Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5 2013","description":"Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5 2013 is a full-bodied red wine produced from Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) grapes in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Vega Sicilia was founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, who established the vineyards with cuttings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec taken from the vineyards of Bordeaux. The estate planted Tempranillo alongside these Bordelais varietals, which now makes up the majority of the modern Vega Sicilia blend. Valbuena is the purest expression of Tinto Fino at Vega Sicilia. The other variety used is Merlot, which is added to a greater or lesser extent depending on the vintage.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411836424522,"sku":"HED67006","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED67006.jpg?v=1781890068"},{"product_id":"alion-300cl-2018","title":"Alion 300cl 2018","description":"Alión 2018 is a full-bodied blended red wine from the prestigious Bodegas Vega Sicilia in Ribera del Duero. This wine is crafted from Tempranillo with a smaller proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon estate. The vintage experienced cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, contributing to the wine`s firm structure and vibrancy. The wine underwent maturation in a combination of 80% new French oak barrels and concrete. Available here in double-magnum format.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411841667402,"sku":"HED02907","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED02907.jpg?v=1781890086"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-2008","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico 2008","description":"Vega Sicilia Unico 2008 is a Tempranillo-based red wine produced in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Vega Sicilia was founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, who established the vineyards with cuttings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec taken from the vineyards of Bordeaux. The estate planted Tempranillo alongside these Bordelais varietals, which now makes up the majority of the modern Vega Sicilia blend. The flagship wines are Unico and Unico Reserva Especial - the former is aged for 10 years before release while the latter is a blend of only the finest vintages. \"Savoury flavours of tobacco, mineral, smoke and spice frame a core of cherry and pomegranate in this red. Harmonious and graceful, supported by well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity. Has deceptive depth and complexity.\" Wine Spectator, 2016","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411916869962,"sku":"HED72982","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED72982.jpg?v=1781890414"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-2013","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico 2013","description":"The Vega Sicilia Único 2013 is a blend of 97% Tempranillo and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, boasting a slightly lower alcohol content at 14% ABV. The wine underwent a maturation process in 225-liter barrels during its initial phase, followed by further refinement in 22,000-liter oak vats until its bottling in June 2019. In comparison to its 2012 predecessor, the 2013 vintage displays a lighter density, yet it expresses itself with heightened subtlety and eloquence. The wine captivates with its clean and fresh nature, offering delectable flavours complemented by exceptionally fine tannins. It stands as one of the finest creations in recent years from the Vega Sicilia estate.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411920245066,"sku":"HED23486","price":365.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED23486.jpg?v=1781890455"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-magnum-2014","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico Magnum 2014","description":null,"brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411943575882,"sku":"HED13547","price":925.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED13547.jpg?v=1781890533"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-2009","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico 2009","description":"Vega Sicilia is perhaps Spain’s most revered estate and has a global reputation for consistently producing exceptionally high-quality red wines with extraordinary capacity to age. Único is the flagship wine and is a blend of mostly Tempranillo with a small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon and is aged for almost 6 years in oak and 4 years in bottle before release. The 2009 is a generous, potent vintage providing an expressive, profound, rich wine that will continue to evolve over many decades.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411956420938,"sku":"HED51610","price":440.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED51610.jpg?v=1781890602"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-reserva-especial-90-91-96-2008","title":"Vega Sicilia Reserva Especial 90 91 96 2008","description":"Vega Sicilia Reserva Especial 90 91 96 2008 is a multi-vintage blend from Ribera del Duero. This wine pays tribute to the Spanish tradition of mixing years to achieve perfect balance. It combines the 1990, 1991 and 1996 vintages of Único, aged for over a decade in a mix of French and American oak. The 2008 release is characterised by a complex bouquet of dried plums, cedar, leather and tobacco leaf with a hint of roasted coffee. On the palate it is structured and elegant, offering a seamless texture with refined tannins and a refreshing acidity that carries the dark fruit flavours.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412107120970,"sku":"HED03717","price":490.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED03717.jpg?v=1781890915"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-magnum-2005","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico Magnum 2005","description":"Vega Sicilia Unico Magnum 2005 represents a noteworthy vintage from one of Spain`s most esteemed wineries, established in 1864. This wine comprises predominantly Tempranillo, complemented by a smaller percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon. It was fermented using indigenous yeasts in traditional oak vats and underwent nearly six years of maturation in a combination of French and American oak barrels. The extended bottle ageing has contributed to its complex aromatic profile, reflecting classic Vega Sicilia characteristics of earthiness and spice. Approximately 2,391 magnums of this vintage were produced, with a recommended drinking window from 2017 to 2030.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412112855370,"sku":"HED51611","price":890.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED51611.jpg?v=1781890937"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-magnum-1995","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico Magnum 1995","description":"Vega Sicilia Unico 1995 is a red blend from the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. 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The historic estate went through several changes of ownership before being bought by the Álvarez family in 1982. Meticulously detailed viticulture feeds into a complex, multi-stage ageing process that gives these wines a vibrancy and integration quite unlike any of their Ribera del Duero peers.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412317753674,"sku":"HED86231","price":710.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED86231.jpg?v=1781891514"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-300cl-2009","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico 300cl 2009","description":"Vega Sicilia Unico 2009 is a prestigious wine from one of Spain’s most respected producers. Crafted primarily from Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon, it undergoes an extensive elevage process, transitioning from smaller to larger barrels over six years, followed by four years in bottle prior to release. The wine displays a complex nose, featuring aromas of dark fruits, earthy undertones and hints of cedar. On the palate, one can expect well-integrated tannins and flavours of dark plum and cherry. Available here in double-magnum format.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412318179658,"sku":"HED02905","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED02905.jpg?v=1781891515"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-pintia-2006","title":"Vega Sicilia Pintia 2006","description":"A 2006 red wine from the Toro region of Spain, this vintage of Pintia is crafted exclusively from Tinta de Toro grapes, known for their bold characteristics. The fruit is sourced from vineyards featuring pebbly soils that contribute to the wine`s structure and complexity. 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Pintia exemplifies Vega Sicilia’s initiative to meld the region’s intensity with the refinement found in their traditional Valbuena and Unico lines.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412337086794,"sku":"HED10851","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED10851.jpg?v=1781891572"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-1982","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico 1982","description":null,"brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412337611082,"sku":"HED1912","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED1912.jpg?v=1781891575"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-reserva-especial-90-91-94-2007","title":"Vega Sicilia Reserva Especial 90 91 94 2007","description":"Vega Sicilia Reserva Especial 90 91 94 2007 is a multi-vintage red wine from the Ribera del Duero region. 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The estate planted Tempranillo alongside these Bordelais varietals, which now makes up the majority of the modern Vega Sicilia blend. The flagship wines are Unico and Unico Reserva Especial - the former is aged for 10 years before release while the latter is a blend of only the finest vintages. \"Mature aromas of coffee, forest floor and balsamic fruits, before a succulent entry with redcurrants and plums meshed with brisk acidity. Displays a wonderfully spicy, berried finish; a classic. Enjoy now. In the 1990s Vega Sicilia changed to predominantly Tinto Fino for Único and reined back on the Cabernet Sauvignon. Even a little Cabernet makes a difference, says technical director Gonzalo Iturriaga; 100% Tinto Fino can be just too balsamic. Here, Cabernet Sauvignon makes 25% of the blend, yet there’s no sense of it dominating. At 36 years this is a glorious wine.\" Decanter, 2022","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412344688970,"sku":"HED63111","price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED63111.jpg?v=1781891598"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-valbuena-5-2007","title":"Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5 2007","description":"Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5 2007 is a full-bodied red wine produced from Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) grapes in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Vega Sicilia was founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves, who established the vineyards with cuttings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec taken from the vineyards of Bordeaux. The estate planted Tempranillo alongside these Bordelais varietals, which now makes up the majority of the modern Vega Sicilia blend. Valbuena is the purest expression of Tinto Fino at Vega Sicilia. The other variety used is Merlot, which is added to a greater or lesser extent depending on the vintage. \"The 2007 Valbuena is rounded and warmer than the 2006 with lush dark berry fruits interlaced with scents of espresso and bay leaf. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, crisp acidity with a composed, focused finish of black cherries, raspberry, cedar and mocha. The 2007 has great precision and focus. It is more feminine and assured than the 2006, but one senses that it is holding something back to charm consumers in five or six year’s time. This is very impressive.\" Neal Martin, 2012","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412412911946,"sku":"HED1925","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED1925.jpg?v=1781891824"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-alion-300cl-2012","title":"Vega Sicilia Alion 300cl 2012","description":"Vega Sicilia Alión 300cl 2012 is a red wine crafted exclusively from 100% Tempranillo, hailing from the esteemed Ribera del Duero region of Spain. This jeroboam bottling is designed to enhance the wine’s development due to its larger format, allowing for prolonged maturation of tannins and integration of oak. At 14.5% alcohol, the wine presents a complex profile featuring dark fruits, roasted spices, and subtle tobacco undertones. The estate, known for its historical significance and commitment to quality, utilises modern techniques to capture the essence of the vintage while maintaining elegance and depth. This limited release appeals to serious collectors.","brand":"Vega Sicilia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412458623306,"sku":"HED71456","price":740.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED71456.jpg?v=1781891993"},{"product_id":"vega-sicilia-unico-1964","title":"Vega Sicilia Unico 1964","description":"A complex, Tempranillo-dominant red from the historic 1964 vintage. Vega Sicilia is a legend among Spanish wine producers, established in 1864 at the western end of what is now the Ribera del Duero DO. The flagship wine, Unico, is Spain’s undisputed equivalent of a first growth. The historic estate went through several changes of ownership before being bought by the Álvarez family in 1982. 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The flagship wines are Único and Único Reserva Especial – the former is aged for 10 years before release while the latter is a blend of only the finest vintages. \"The 1965 is a blend of 80% Tinta Fino, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec and Merlot. The bottle in January was more representative and a real surprise. It had a sedate, almost tertiary nose with cedar and peppermint. It is almost aloof when compared to the 1967. The palate was beautifully balanced with cough candy on the entry that leads to an almost Port-like finish with hints of kirsch. 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