Aster Crianza
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 10 years from the vintage release, when its robust tannins soften into a velvety texture.
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Slow-roasted baby lamb (lechazo), grilled ribeye steak, and aged sheep's milk cheeses such as Manchego.
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Hailing from the prestigious Anguix region in Burgos, within the high-altitude plateaus of Castilla y León, Áster is the visionary Ribera del Duero estate founded by the historic Rioja house, La Rioja Alta, S.A. After years of meticulous soil and climatic studies, the winery selected this unique terroir to craft a modern expression of 100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo). The wine undergoes traditional fermentation followed by careful aging in French oak barrels, blending the robust, dark-fruit power of Ribera del Duero with the refined elegance and patience that La Rioja Alta is legendary for. The name 'Áster' itself pays homage to a wild star-shaped flower that blooms during the autumn harvest, symbolizing the winery's deep connection to the natural cycles of the vineyard.
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Founded in 1890 by five Basque and Riojan families in the historic Barrio de la Estación of Haro, La Rioja Alta, S.A. stands as one of the ultimate benchmarks of traditional Rioja winemaking. The estate is globally renowned for its uncompromising dedication to long-term oak aging, maintaining an in-house cooperage to craft American oak barrels that impart its signature vanilla and spice character. While deeply rooted in Haro, the group has expanded its viticultural footprint to include exceptional estates in Ribera del Duero and Rías Baixas. Their legendary portfolio, headlined by the iconic Gran Reserva 890, Gran Reserva 904, and Viña Ardanza, represents the pinnacle of elegance, complexity, and extraordinary aging potential.