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Bodegas Alion, owned by the legendary Vega Sicilia estate, was founded in 1986. The wine made here is a more Bordeaux-styled, "modern" wine than the Unico or Valbuena. The winery is located just down the road from Vega Sicilia and the wine is made from 100% tempranillo from 37 hectares that were planted in 1986 as well as some younger vines planted at Vega Sicilia. Following fermentation, the wine remains in tank for two or three months on its fine lees before being moved into all new French oak barrels, where it remains for 14 to 18 months. The good news is that the 2003 Alion is even better than the 2002. It has a similar personality but with more depth and concentration as well as structure. The ripe tannins suggest much more will be revealed with another 6-8 years in the bottle. It will drink well for 15+ years thereafter. Wine Advocate # 169 Feb 2007 Jay Miller 96 Drink 2013 - 2028
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