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The wines from Bodegas Protos come from the province of Valladolid, in the heart of the Castilla y León wine region in Spain. This area benefits from an exceptional terroir, composed mainly of well-drained clay-limestone soils, promoting the concentration and quality of the grapes.
The very continental climate of Ribera del Duero, with its hot, dry summers and cold winters, allows for slow and steady ripening of the grapes, essential for producing structured and complex red wines. This alliance between terroir and climate gives Protos wines aromatic intensity, balance, and depth, characteristics of the finest vintages in the region. The appellation is particularly renowned for showcasing Tempranillo, the emblematic grape variety of Ribera del Duero and a true pillar of the local wine identity.
Ribera del Duero and Rioja are two major Spanish appellations often compared, but with very distinct styles. Ribera del Duero, with its dry continental climate and clay-limestone soils, produces powerful, concentrated, and tannic wines, dominated by Tempranillo.
La Rioja, influenced by a more temperate climate and varied soils, offers wines that are more elegant, fruity, and harmonious, often approachable at a younger age, while still maintaining remarkable aging potential. Both regions, however, share the excellence of Tempranillo and careful aging in oak barrels, which enhances complexity and length on the palate. Many differences
Bodegas Protos offers a range of iconic red wines that reflect all the richness and complexity of Ribera del Duero.Among them, four major styles stand out: Joven, Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva, each benefiting from specific aging and maturation periods that influence their aromatic profile and style.
Joven: literally "young", this style refers to a wine with little or no oak aging, released to the market quickly. The focus here is on the freshness and fruitiness of Tempranillo, with very little or no oaky notes.
Crianza : more refined, this type of wine undergoes extended aging of at least 24 months, with at least half of that time in oak barrels. This process brings complexity, finesse, and depth, with a more expressive nose and a structured yet elegant palate, revealing rich aromas of ripe fruit and sweet spices.
Reserva : indicates an even longer aging compared to Crianza, with a minimum total aging of 36 months, of which at least 12 months are in barrels (always at minimum). These are wines that express power, complexity, and elegance. These are great wines for aging featuring intense notes of dark fruits, vanilla, and spices, combined with a structured and harmonious palate. Ideal for special occasions or to enrich a cellar with exceptional wines!
Gran Reserva : represents the pinnacle of aging in Ribera del Duero, with a minimum total aging of 60 months, including at least 24 months in oak barrels. These wines reveal all the power, complexity, and richness of the Tempranillo grape variety. It features deep tertiary aromas of leather, tobacco, cocoa, and spices, combined with a silky, full, and structured palate.
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Ribera del Duero is a name that resonates with all lovers of Spanish wines. The appellation is indeed one of the most renowned in the entire country and impresses with...
Ribera del Duero is a name that resonates with all lovers of Spanish wines. The appellation is indeed one of the most renowned in the entire country and impresses with...
