Vega Sicilia 2016 "Pintia" Tinto de Toro
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Critical Acclaim
95 Points from Robert Parker
94 Points from James Suckling
91 Points from Wine Spectator
The 2016 Pintia has been widely praised by critics, earning 95 points from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, 94 points from James Suckling and 91 points from Wine Spectator, affirming its status as one of the standout modern vintages from Vega Sicilia’s Toro project. These accolades highlight the wine’s balance of power and refinement, its expressive fruit, and its ability to showcase a more elegant side of Toro while maintaining the depth that fans of Pintia expect.
Tasting Notes
Vega Sicilia’s 2016 Pintia from Toro shows the estate’s signature precision wrapped in the power of Tinta de Toro. The vintage delivers a wine that is intensely aromatic yet unusually fresh for the region, opening with deep notes of blackberries, dark cherries, licorice root, vanilla, and dark chocolate, supported by subtle spice and a touch of warm earth. On the palate it is full‑bodied and muscular but also surprisingly elegant, with mature, rounded tannins and a long, warm finish that reflects both richness and balance. The winery itself describes the 2016 as possessing a very elegant, fresh, and silky profile while remaining precise, a result of careful harvest timing and aging in 80% new oak, including a slightly increased proportion of American oak to enhance density. This combination of freshness and depth makes it a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with grilled lamb chops, roasted Iberian pork, braised short ribs, aged Manchego, or hearty mushroom dishes that echo its earthy undertones.
750ml
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Vega Sicilia 2016 "Pintia" Tinto de Toro
