Aalto Ribera del Duero 2022 – A Masterpiece from the Heart of Spain
Aalto Ribera del Duero 2022 is a powerful and elegant red wine made from 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo), sourced from old vines—some as old as 80 years—across nine municipalities in Burgos and Valladolid. These high-altitude vineyards contribute to the wine’s complexity, balance, and unique character.
The grapes are hand-harvested in small 15 kg crates, ensuring optimal selection. The wine is aged for 17 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, resulting in a rich and expressive profile. In the glass, it shows a deep ruby red color with aromas of ripe dark berries, violets, vanilla, and spices. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated with notes of black cherries, licorice, dark chocolate, and well-integrated oak. The tannins are smooth, and the finish is long and refined.
About Ribera del Duero
Ribera del Duero is one of Spain’s most prestigious wine regions, located on the high plains of Castilla y León. With altitudes between 700 and 900 meters, the region experiences hot days and cool nights—ideal conditions for producing wines of intensity, freshness, and longevity. The soils range from calcareous clay to sand and gravel, adding further nuance to the wines.
The region is especially renowned for its interpretation of Tempranillo, locally known as Tinto Fino, and is home to some of Spain’s most iconic wineries.
The Producer – Bodegas Aalto
Founded in 1999 by Mariano García (former winemaker at Vega Sicilia) and Javier Zaccagnini, Bodegas Aalto was born with the ambition of crafting world-class wine rooted in tradition and terroir. Today, Aalto stands as a benchmark producer in Ribera del Duero, admired for its consistency, depth, and character.
Serving Suggestions
Aalto 2022 pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted lamb, game, and aged cheeses. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for up to 15 years to develop further depth and complexity.
