2019 Macán, Bodegas Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia, Rioja, Spain

The 2019 Macán immediately feels more intense than its Clásico sibling with deep aromas of blackcurrants combining with richer notes of sweet spice. The palate is so concentrated with hints of blueberry fruit overlaying the blackberry core but, despite all the density of flavour, the wine is incredibly elegant with a pebble-stone freshness. The palate is quite incredible. Somehow it clearly has structure and body yet the tannins are almost imperceptible, and resolve effortlessly on the long and beautiful finish. This is such an impressive Macán.

Catriona Felstead MW, Senior Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd