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Aalto is a partnership between Javier Zaccagnini and winemaker Mariano García, who worked at the iconic Vega Sicilia for 30 years. `PS` stands for `Pagos Seleccionados` and indicates the carefully selected old-vine vineyard sites that produce the grapes for this top cuvée. The wine is matured for up to 24 months in  resulting in a rich and complex wine with intense aromas of black fruit, spices, and oak in a combination of French and American oak (50% new). Expect layers of polished red and black berry fruits with notes of vanilla and wood spice. Impeccably balanced with well-integrated tannins on a broad, plush palate.","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428348580170,"sku":"HED72196","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED72196.jpg?v=1781914116"},{"product_id":"aalto-ps-magnum-2021","title":"Aalto PS Magnum 2021","description":"Aalto was established in 1999 by Mariano Garcia and Javier Zaccagnini, both boasting impressive backgrounds. Zaccagnini formerly served as the president of Ribera del Duero`s regional wine trade body, while Garcia spent 30 years at the iconic Vega Sicilia, earning him worldwide recognition and respect as one of the most experienced and esteemed winemakers. The Aalto P.S. [Pagos Seleccionados] is a limited-edition release, reserved for the finest vintages and produced in small quantities. It is crafted from 100% Tempranillo, predominantly sourced from old vines aged between 60 to 90 years old. These vines are meticulously selected from specific plots located in La Horra and La Aguilera. After a carefully curated winemaking process, the Aalto P.S. is aged for approximately 21 months in new French oak barrels, further enhancing its character and complexity.","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428417720650,"sku":"HED23721","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED23721.jpg?v=1781914412"},{"product_id":"aalto-300cl-2020","title":"Aalto 300cl 2020","description":"Aalto Bodegas y Viñedos was established in 1999 in Ribera del Duero, one of Spain’s most prestigious wine regions right now. Aalto is a partnership between Javier Zaccagnini and winemaker Mariano García, who worked at the iconic Vega Sicilia for 30 years. Their flagship wine, simply known as ‘Aalto’ is highly acclaimed and has garnered international praise. It is crafted primarily from Tempranillo, also known as Tinto Fino or Tinta del País. The Ribera del Duero D. O. has declared the 2020 vintage as ‘excellent’ and fans of Aalto can look forward to a truly remarkable wine. Available here in a superb 3-litre bottle.","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428597223754,"sku":"HED38551","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED38551.jpg?v=1781915095"},{"product_id":"aalto-blanco-de-parcela-2023","title":"Aalto Blanco de Parcela 2023","description":"The 2023 vintage showcases fresh citrus and green apple notes, balanced by herbal undertones. Aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels, this wine offers a complex structure with an emphasis on minerality. The rigorous selection of grapes from specific parcels ensures that only the best fruit is used, reflecting the winemaker`s commitment to quality and authenticity.","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428681142602,"sku":"HED06414","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED06414.jpg?v=1781915474"},{"product_id":"aalto-ps-2021","title":"Aalto PS 2021","description":"`Aalto PS 2021 is a full-bodied red wine produced from Tempranillo grapes in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Aalto Bodegas y Viñedos was established in 1999 in Ribera del Duero, one of Spain’s most prestigious wine regions right now. Aalto is a partnership between Javier Zaccagnini and winemaker Mariano García, who worked at the iconic Vega Sicilia for 30 years. Aalto PS is special cuvée crafted from old-vine plots situated in La Horra and La Aguilera (`PS` stands for `Pagos Seleccionadas, indicating these special vineyard selections). Aged for 21 months in new French oak barrels, the wine is known for its intense concentration, depth, and complexity. On the 2021 vintage. \"The 2021 PS is 100% Tempranillo, primarily sourced from clay soils in La Horra and Aguilera, and was aged for up to 20 months in French barrels. Garnet-red in hue. Cherry and cola notes complement pine and dried flowers against a vanilla and cedar backdrop. It`s broad and creamy in the mouth, with a chalky core and a lasting oaky flavor. This tasting occurred just after bottling, but it promises to develop a more nuanced character in the medium term.\" Vinous, 2023","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428825682250,"sku":"HED26678","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED26678.jpg?v=1781915932"},{"product_id":"aalto-ps-2022","title":"Aalto PS 2022","description":"Aalto PS 2022 is a red wine crafted exclusively from 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo), sourced primarily from old vines aged 60 to 90 years, located in the esteemed regions of La Horra and La Aguilera. The grapes are hand-harvested into 15-kilo boxes, ensuring meticulous selection at the winery. In the glass, this wine showcases a deep ruby hue. The bouquet features black fruits, with undertones of liquorice and subtle spices. It has undergone an average oak ageing period of 20 months in new French barrels, reflecting the structure and characteristics intrinsic to the 2022 vintage. Aalto winery was co-founded by esteemed winemaker Mariano García, known for his long tenure with the prestigious Vega Sicilia.","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428887646538,"sku":"HED10885","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED10885.jpg?v=1781916145"},{"product_id":"aalto-2015","title":"Aalto 2015","description":"Aalto 2015 is a Tempranillo-led red from Ribera del Duero crafted by Mariano García, who previously spent 30 years as the winemaking director at Vega Sicilia. This vintage benefitted from a warm growing season that yielded high extract and structural power from old Tinto Fino clones across seven different villages in the Burgos province. Grapes underwent a strict cooling process before gravity-fed fermentation in wood, concrete and stainless steel tanks. The wine spent 16 months maturing in a combination of French and American oak barrels, resulting in a profile of dense blackberry, graphite and liquorice. It balances modern concentration with a mineral tension derived from the region`s complex limestone soils. Firm, polished tannins dominate the finish, suggesting significant longevity for enthusiasts of the estate’s powerful style.","brand":"Aalto","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62429177545034,"sku":"HED68867","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED68867.jpg?v=1781917133"},{"product_id":"aalto-ps-magnum-2004","title":"Aalto PS Magnum 2004","description":"The Aalto PS 2004 is a complex expression of Tempranillo from the Ribera del Duero region, crafted by Bodegas Aalto, founded by Javier Zaccagnini and Mariano García. The wine offers a pronounced aroma of cedar and oak, intertwined with dark fruit notes and a hint of menthol. On the palate, it presents an opulent entry, revealing flavours of ripe cherry and soy, supported by firm tannins. The finish is persistently structured, showcasing elements of balsamic reduction. 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