Bodegas Valdeorite – Astinegro 2021 – Ribera del Guadiana Spain

Astinegro 2021 from Bodegas Valdeorite is a 100% Pinot Noir from Ribera del Guadiana, aged two months in American oak.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Ribera del Guadiana D.O., Spain
• Vintage: 2021
• Aging: 2 months in American oak
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Fresh red fruit and floral notes are joined by a light vanilla hint, with a subtle, fresh palate and delicate structure.

❤️ Why We Love It

• An unusual Spanish expression of Pinot Noir
• Brief oak aging adds nuance without burying the delicate fruit
• Fresh and lighter in structure than the producer’s Cabernet

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• White meats
• Grilled salmon
• Rice dishes
• Charcuterie

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of lighter-bodied reds
✓ Pinot Noir drinkers curious about Extremadura
✕ Not ideal if you prefer powerful, heavily extracted reds