Aalto
Ribera del Duero, 2012
justerini & brooks tasting note
Lovely bright cherry red colour, fragrant and floral with raspberry, a touch of fennel, strong red cherry notes. There is a grip, an almost dried cherry tannic quality that signifies the heat stresses of the vintage more than anything overripe or baked. Not too heavy, indeed this is quite an approachable Aalto that majors on prettiness and minerality – a wine that will shine with food. 14.5%
critic reviews
92/100Josh Raynolds,Vinous
Opaque ruby. Deeply pitched black and blue fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of mocha, licorice, cigar box and floral oils. Lush and broad on the palate, offering intense cassis and boysenberry flavors braced by juicy acidity. This plush, generous wine shows unlikely vivacity and finishes very long and sweet, with gentle tannins lending shape.
DRINKING WINDOW 2020 - 2026
date of review 12/2015