‘Intense crimson colour with dark red rim and bright robe. Forest floor and black fruit notes stand out on the nose: blackcurrant, blackberry and blueberry jam wrapped with mocha, confectionery and spices such as black pepper, liquorice and clove on the background. Balanced, vibrant and fresh mouthfeel, with the characteristic fine, gentle tannins of these Ribera del Duero wines. The aftertaste is fresh and sinewy, nicely rounded with a very pleasant finish. An elegant wine, with outstanding balance and excellent ageing potential.’ – Winemaker
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Julio Sáenz |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Body | Full-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Tempranillo |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Tempranillo |
| Producer information | In 1991, after much research, La Rioja Alta S.A. planted 76 hectares of Tempranillo (locally known as Tinto del Pais or Tinto fino) in the Ribera del Duero region at an altitude of 780 – 830m. The plot is in Anguix near Burgos, which Tim Atkin describes as ‘the home of most of the best wines’ in Ribera del Duero. They chose to name this venture Bodegas Aster after a Spanish flower that blooms at harvest. The first Àster was bottled in 2000 and they now produce a Crianza, Reserva and the premium Finca el Otero. |
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STANDARD DOOR-TO-DOOR:
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COLLECTION (Cape Town only):
Orders are available for free collection at our Cape Town office only. You will be notified as soon as your order is ready for collection.
CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
JOHANNESBURG ONR:
For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
We use a third party courier for international shipping. Please contact info@winecellar.co.za for the rates and delivery options.
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