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Nestled between the historic cities of Valladolid and Burgos, Bodega Aalto stands as one of Spain’s most acclaimed wine estates. Founded in 1999 by Mariano Garcia, a renowned former oenologist, and Javier Zaccagnini, an expert in wine management, Aalto represents the perfect balance between centuries-old winemaking tradition and cutting-edge viticulture. Their bold mission: to craft wines that rank among the world’s finest, reflecting the full potential of Ribera del Duero’s signature grape, Tinto Fino.
A local clone of Tempranillo, Tinto Fino thrives in Ribera del Duero’s diverse soils—ranging from limestone to clay and sand—and benefits from the region’s extreme continental climate. These conditions lead to slow, even ripening, concentrating aromas and structure in the grapes. The resulting wines are powerful yet refined, known for their exceptional balance, deep complexity, and outstanding aging capacity.
Aalto’s flagship wines, Aalto and Aalto PS, have consistently received scores above 90 points from leading critics like Robert Parker. On the palate, they deliver intense layers of black fruit, cocoa, sweet spices, tobacco, and fine oak, creating elegant and expressive wines perfect for gourmet pairings and collectors alike.
Aalto’s winemaking process is deeply artisanal: hand-harvested grapes, careful selection, stainless steel fermentation under controlled temperatures, and extended aging in French oak barrels, especially new oak for Aalto PS. This meticulous attention to detail ensures wines of finesse, structure, and long-term potential.
The winery’s architecture is another highlight—modern, sleek, and designed to harmonize with the landscape of Castilla y León. Aalto’s facilities are not only technologically advanced but also offer visitors a unique oenological experience, combining tradition, innovation, and sustainability.
Aalto and Aalto PS are now available at 12bouteilles, your premium online destination for discovering Europe’s finest wines.