2021 Bodegas Aster Ribera del Duero Crianza [JS93][V93]

Producer: Bodegas Aster 
Region: Ribera del Duero, Spain  
Varietal: Tempranillo  
Year: 2021 

James Suckling, 93 Points 

"A very good-value Ribera del Duero that shows vibrancy, structure and fruit. Minerals, hibiscus, fresh cherries and spiced berries. Fine-grained and full-bodied. Firm and densely packed with tannins, but nothing heavy. Drink or hold." 

Vinous, 93 Points

"The 2021 Reserva >ster is a more classical Ribera del Duero, showing slightly elevated ripeness. It was aged for 14 months in barrel and is deep garnet in color, with balsamic notes of underbrush and black fruit. The nose is intense, with a hint of sunshine countered by the oak. Juicy and refined on the palate, it offers just the right freshness. Volume and tannins are gentle. A touch of light chalk lingers on the finish." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"Very high intensity, with a clean and bright black cherry color and intense ruby rim. High complexity on the nose, where the blend of ripe black fruits and wild berry notes intermingles with intense aromas from the aging: licorice, clove, pepper, and toasted bread. On the palate, it shows power, the expression of smooth tannins, with a good balance between acidity and alcohol content, ending with a marked, long, and complex finish." 

Alcohol: 15% 

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