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Bottle of Macán Clásico Rioja · Vega Sicilia entry-level
The Gateway to Rothschild & Vega Sicilia

Macán Clásico

Rioja · D.O.Ca. · Vintages 2020 and 2021

Macán Clásico is the second wine of Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia. More approachable in its youth than Macán, it keeps all the philosophy and quality standards of both houses. A Rioja Tempranillo with a classic soul and a modern heart.

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The story of this vintage

The blend of the 2020 and 2021 vintages allows the technical team to reach a balance that neither vintage could give alone. 2020 brings structure and concentration; 2021, freshness and aromatic elegance. The result is a wine that is very approachable from youth, with a complexity that is surprising in its price range.

Tasting · Tasting notes

Bright cherry red. A fresh, fruity nose: cherry, red fruit, rose petals, with touches of vanilla and well-integrated oak. A balanced, flowing and pleasant palate. Soft, well-polished tannins. Medium-long finish.

Food pairing

White meats, pasta, gourmet pizza, Iberian charcuterie, fresh and semi-cured cheeses. A wine for every day for those who won't give up quality.

Temperature · Serving

15–16 °C · Ready to drink. Can be opened straight away.

Ageing potential

Will keep until 2028–2030. At its best now.

Accolades
★ 95 pts Wine Advocate · vintage 2021★ 92 pts James Suckling · vintages 2022 and 2021★ 94 pts Guía Peñín · vintage 2021
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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Macán and Macán Clásico?

Macán Clásico is the entry-level wine of the Rothschild–Vega Sicilia project in Rioja. More approachable and expressive from youth. Macán is more concentrated and has greater ageing potential. Macán Clásico: from €45, Macán: from €72.

Technical sheet

Winery

Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia (BRVSV). San Vicente de la Sonsierra, La Rioja.

Designation of Origin

D.O.Ca. Rioja

Grape varieties

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol

14% vol.

Ageing

12 months in French oak barrels. Made with grapes from the whole vineyard, expressing the most approachable vision of the Macán project.

Vineyards

Plots in and around San Vicente de la Sonsierra. Altitude 450–550 m. Clay-limestone soils. The gateway to Vega Sicilia's Rioja.

Storage

Lying horizontally, at 12–16 °C, humidity 60–70%.

Ageing potential

Until 2032. Enjoyable from now.

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