Experience the spirit and sophistication of Ribera del Duero with Aster 'El Espino'. Crafted by the renowned team at La Rioja Alta in the heart of Anguix, Burgos, this wine embodies modern elegance and a true sense of place. The estate's Tinta del Pais (Tempranillo) vines, rooted in an 87-hectare mosaic of slopes, aspects, and soils, yield fruit that reflects the complexity and finesse of the Ribera del Duero terroir. Sustainability is at the core of Finca Aster's ethos, with careful vineyard management, clean energy initiatives, and measures to enhance biodiversity ensuring a considerate relationship between land and wine.
Winemaker Julio Saenz employs meticulous methods: hand-harvesting, optical sorting, and thoughtful oak-ageing to bring out stunning layers of purity, vibrancy, and complexity. The result is a wine that elegantly bridges power and grace, representing contemporary Ribera del Duero with a distinctive character and remarkable balance.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Aster 'El Espino' pours a deep, inviting colour, showcasing the vibrancy and intensity that typifies exceptional Ribera del Duero wines.
Nose:
On the nose, expressive aromas abound. Lush black fruits intertwine with enchanting tones of liquorice and cardamom, underscored by distinct mineral notes. Subtle hints of toffee and coffee add intrigue and depth, inviting you in for a closer exploration.
Palate:
This wine is sleek, graceful and wonderfully balanced on the palate. Succulent dark fruits are layered with fresh minerality and spice. The judicious use of French oak lends further complexity, infusing nuances of liquorice, exotic spices, toffee, and coffee without overpowering the natural character of the ripe fruit. Vibrancy and purity shine through, supported by a refined structure.
Finish:
The finish is long and succulent, seamlessly integrating fruit, spice, and minerality. Gentle toffee and coffee notes linger, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and sophistication, making Aster 'El Espino' an outstanding expression of contemporary Ribera del Duero.
