Protos Crianza is a classic Spanish red from Spain's Ribera del Duero region. It is a blend of mostly Tempranillo grapes and some other indigenous varietals. The wine is aged for 12 months in oak barrels, and then spends an additional 18 months in bottle before release. The result is a well-structured, full-bodied wine with aromas of ripe berry fruits, tobacco, and spice. On the palate, there are flavors of dark plums, cherries, and espresso, with an underlying earthiness and notes of leather, toast, and sweet vanilla. With balanced acidity and tannins, this is a smooth and enjoyable wine that will pair nicely with grilled meats and hearty stews.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Protos Crianza is a full-bodied, complex Rioja with a deep ruby color and aromas of ripe black fruit, smoked meat, and a hint of leather.On the palate, it reveals flavors of ripe plum and blackberry, along with notes of spice and tobacco, all framed by well-integrated tannins and a long finish. Enjoy it now or cellar for up to five years.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Garnacha
Tempranillo
Graciano
Mazuelo
ORIGINS
Winery: Protos
Region: Castilla y León
Castilla y Léon is one of Spain's largest and most important wine regions, located in the northern half of the Iberian Peninsula. It is a region rich in viticultural history and with a continental climate.
Castilla y Léon has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines being planted by the Romans in the 1st century BC. The region has been producing wine ever since, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in Spain