At a glance

Producer

Aster Vale

Region

Canary Islands, Spain

Grape variety

Listán Negro

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Red berry fruits, subtle spice, minerals, slightly earthy

Evolution: Will develop tertiary notes of leather, dried herbs and forest floor

At peak: Complex layered fruit with silky tannins and persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Medium acidity, balanced

Tannins

Medium, fine-grained

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

8-10 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2030

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Drinking well with several years of potential

Current condition

Youthful, fresh with good structure

Good acidity and balanced tannins combined with volcanic terroir supports medium-term aging. The 2021 vintage in the Canary Islands was good quality, giving this wine more aging potential than typical young reds from the region.

Food pairing

Pairs well with roasted lamb, grilled vegetables, mushroom dishes, and medium-firm cheeses like Manchego.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To allow the wine to open and soften tannins

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of drip irrigation to conserve water, limited chemical inputs, solar energy used for winery operations, lightweight bottles reduce packaging impact

Aster Vale has implemented several sustainable practices such as water conservation, renewable energy usage, and minimal chemical treatments. However, lacking formal organic or biodynamic certification and reliance on imported distribution limits top sustainability scores.