Macán 2016 Double-Magnum

This dry red wine from the D.O. Ca. Rioja is produced by the Macán winery, a joint venture between Benjamin de Rothschild and Vega Sicilia. It features a dense texture, firm tannins, and an aromatic profile with notes of blackcurrant, graphite, and subtle spicy undertones.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Tempranillo
• D.O. / Region: D.O. Ca. Rioja
• Winery: Macán (Benjamin De Rothschild & Vega Sicilia)
• Soil / Altitude: Clay soil, 500 m altitude
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 16 months in barrels and foudres, high cellaring potential

The vineyard

The grapes are sourced from estate vineyards with an average age of 36 years, located on the slopes of the Sierra Cantabria. The local climate combines Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Continental influences, promoting balanced ripening at an altitude of 500 meters.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

Match

Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

Match

Winemaking

Following a manual harvest, fermentation is carried out with meticulous extraction to preserve freshness. The wine is then aged for 16 months in French oak barrels and 4,000-liter foudres.

Why buy it

This three-liter format is ideal for collectors, as it allows for a slower and more harmonious evolution in the bottle. Its firm structure ensures that this red wine will continue to develop beautifully over the coming years. If you are looking for an exclusive addition to your cellar, you can buy Macán 2016 Double-Magnum online directly from our shop.