Benjamin Rothschild Vega Sicilia, Macan other_regions_australia I very much like the

I very much like the mouth feel of the middle weight plus flavors as the abundant dry extract coats the firm supporting tannin spine and pushes it to the background

but he has come to believe that red wine phenolics "frame" the wine and in fact increase its potential longevity

This is one wine where I have encountered better bottles

8% whole clusters and 26% new French oak

citrus zest and a wisp of mineral reduction

Benjamin Rothschild Vega Sicilia, Macan other_regions_australia I very much like theWonderfully inky depths to the colour and also the palate, with a silky texture and underlying floral notes that sit alongside the power to add an injection of freshness and balance. This has the generosity of Rioja, the sexy smoky edge to the black cherry fruit that adds approachability to the best wines, but also displays a real sense of restraint and subtle power. Still young, this again has high spice and concentrated flavours that will soften