Áster El Espino

Mediterranean profile with challenging weather conditions throughout the cycle. Spring, with an irregular pattern of rains, gave way to a dry summer with high temperatures and moderate water stress that helped the ripening and concentration of flavors in the grapes. A very high-quality harvest, shorter than in previous years, with wines of great intensity, concentration, aromatic complexity, and remarkable aging potential. Officially rated as EXCELLENT.

100% Tinta del País from El Espino plot in the Anguix (Burgos) area (7,9 ha), located at an altitude of about 800 m in a dry and low-fertility area. Loamy-sandy soil.

The harvest was done manually in 20 kg boxes, selecting the best grapes on optical sorting tables. Cold maceration helped to highlight varietal aromas and the vibrant colors produced during the grape ripening process. After alcoholic fermentation, 50% of the wine completed malolactic fermentation in tanks and the other 50% in second-use French oak barrels. Aging in 20% new French oak barrels for 12 months with two manual rackings. After four months blending in the tank, it was bottled in May 2023.

Intense ruby color with high depth and purple-pink rim. On the nose, it stands out for its high intensity, highlighting notes of forest fruits, redcurrant, cranberries, and plum, which intermingle with light aromas from barrel aging: ground coffee, licorice, and sweet peppers. Its passage through the mouth is fresh, balanced, with good body thanks to soft and delicate tannins. A new concept in our Ribera del Duero wines at an optimal moment for enjoyment.

Recommended to enjoy by the glass, as an aperitif or to be served with pasta, rice dishes, sushi, light meats and fish.