The 2009 Aster Finca El Otero comes from a parcel in Otero Anguix: 40-year-old vines aged in new French oak for 12 months. It has a simple, delineated nose of dark red cherries and raspberry that needs to develop more personality. The palate is supple and lithe on the entry with sweet red cherries, raspberry, soy and dried herbs; although the finish is a touch diffuse. Drink now-2015.
Importer: The Riojalta Group; www.riojalta.com