Áster El Espino Ribera del Duero
Deep, garnet-red color with an aromatic bouquet of red currants, raspberry, and plums, with notes of vanilla, spice, and a hint of cedar. On the palate, it is powerful, offering flavors of red fruits, licorice, peppers and coffee. Produced by Bodegas Áster, a venture established by La Rioja Alta, S.A. in the Ribera del Duero region. The winery focuses on crafting contemporary wines that harmoniously blend the region’s traditional power with modern elegance and finesse.
Classification: Cosecha
Grape Varietal: Tempranillo
Feature: Sustainable, Estate Bottled
Country: Spain
Region: Castillo y Leon
Appellation: Ribera del Duero
Grape Profile: The Tempranillo grape is the "noble grape of Spain.” It is celebrated for producing wines with deep ruby color, rich fruit flavors of dark berries, with leather, and spice notes. Elegant structure with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and excellent aging potential.
Region Profile: Ribera del Duero is one of Spain’s premier wine regions, located along the Duero River in Castilla y León. The region is known for its high-altitude vineyards, temperature variations, and diverse soils, which contribute to the robust character of its wines.
Pair with: Grilled lamb chops, roasted pork loin, or a hearty beef stew. Spanish charcuterie, such as chorizo and jamón ibérico. Aged cheeses like Manchego and Idiazabal. Roasted Vegetables.
