"Vega-Sicilia’s 1990 Unico (magnum) is off the charts. Powerful yet also sensual, the 1990 impresses for its depth and allure. A host of dark red cherry, plum and smoke nuanced finish support the veins of underlying acidity that give the wine its freshness and tension, while the explosive finish leaves everyone speechless. Until the 1982 is poured, that is." -Antonio Galloni
Robert Parker
RP93
"I wasn't too keen on the magnum of 1990 Único that I tasted. It showed a bit blurry, not 100% clean, with some leather and dusty notes over a minty core. The current documentation mentions 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, which is unusually high and gives the wine a minty core. The palate showed better than the nose, still with some dusty tannins reflecting the old style with a bit of rusticity." -Luis Gutiérrez
Jancis Robinson
JR18.5
"Dark ruby. So heady and opulent. You could sink in this so easily. A certain meatiness. Not unlike a lovely old Pomerol. Great combination of opulence and tension."
Decanter
D93
"Savoury with dried black tea leaves, tobacco and firm tannins. Still tightly knit – will benefit from at least 4-6 more years in bottle. Youthful and tightly wound."
Wine Spectator
WS95
"Smooth and rich Spanish red, showing mature notes of coffee, cedar and earth, with a core of plum and prune flavors that builds on the palate, then lingers on the finish. It's firm, yet generous, ripe and balanced."
