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Red dry
Áster Finca El Otero 2019 is a refined and rich red wine, characterized by exceptional balance and depth. The nose opens with intense aromas of black fruits - blackberries, plums - which are subtly complemented by nuances of spices, vanilla and chocolate.
The taste is complex, the texture is creamy, elegant structure. The tannins are soft, perfectly integrated. This is an ideal choice for those who like concentrated, rich wines with expressive character.
The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown on a small, only 4 ha Finca El Otero plot. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 15 months in new French oak barrels.
Serve at 16-18 °C with game dishes, mature cheeses, and cured ham.
Blackberries with refined black spices, cedar and walnuts on the nose. A medium-to full-bodied, tightly knit palate with velvety tannins and solid black and blue fruit. Very long, polished and complete. Drink or hold.
Bodegas La Rioja Alta is undoubtedly a representative of old Rioja, exceptionally valuing and cultivating the region's traditional winemaking methods. Their “Gran Reserva” wine is aged for no less than six years in barrel and a further two years in bottle before reaching the consumer, embodying patience and mastery. The high-altitude vineyards of La Rioja Alta, with their unique conditions, lend a subtlety to the wines, sometimes even reminiscent of Burgundy’s ‘Pinot Noir’. While the La Rioja Alta group also includes wineries in Galicia (Rias Baixas) and Ribera del Duero (Burgos), it is their traditional Rioja style that remains their hallmark.
Wine Style
La Rioja Alta wines are characterized by elegance, complexity, and longevity. They reflect the harmony between Rioja terroir and traditional winemaking.
Prestigious Vineyards
La Rioja Alta manages high-altitude vineyards in the Rioja Alta region:
These unique vineyard characteristics and meticulous work in the vineyard are the foundation for the distinctive character of La Rioja Alta wines.
Aging and Drinking Window
La Rioja Alta wines are crafted for slow enjoyment. The long aging process in oak barrels and bottles imparts exceptional complexity and harmony. While these wines can be enjoyed in their youth, their true potential unfolds after many years of bottle aging. They are wines valued for their longevity and ability to improve over time.
