Aster Finca El Otero Tempranillo Ribera del Duero DO, Rioja Alta

Two appellations, one signature: Aster Finca El Otero combines the know-how of La Rioja Alta with the powerful terroir of Ribera del Duero — Tempranillo on a barren high plateau, around 900 meters above sea level.

La Rioja Alta is one of the most traditional wineries in Rioja, founded in Haro in 1890. With the Aster estate, the company crossed the provincial border into the Ribera del Duero, where the Finca El Otero vineyard is cultivated as a separate site. The Tempranillo grape – often called Tinto Fino here – ripens on calcareous clay soils and benefits from the large day-night temperature fluctuations of the meseta.

In the glass, the wine shines a rich ruby ​​red. On the nose, it opens with aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, and preserved fruits, interwoven with cinnamon and star anise. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet remarkably smooth: ripe tannins, abundant fruit, and a juicy, lingering finish without any harshness.

Serving suggestion: Best served at 16–18 °C. Pairs well with herb-crusted leg of lamb, Iberico pork roast, or aged Manchego cheese. Best enjoyed between 2024 and 2029.