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Protos Crianza

Protos Crianza

Carnivores will perpetually desire it (even alongside vegetables)
Protos Crianza
75 cl.
2021
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Details
15.00%
Alcohol 15.00%
Castilla y León
Production area Castilla y León
D.O. Ribera del Duero
Designation of Origin D.O. Ribera del Duero
Protos
Winery Protos
Contains sulphites
100% Tinta del Pais
Varieties 100% Tinta del Pais
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Electronic label

Tasting notes Protos Crianza 2021

Red wine Crianza. 12 months in French and American oak barrels and 12 meses en botella.

Protos Crianza 2021 is a red wine with an intense and alluring nose, where ripe fruits intertwine with subtle nuances of wood, sweet spices, and gentle toasts that invite exploration. On the palate, it is enveloping and flavourful, with an elegant balance and a refinement that reflects its maturity. Its persistent finish is reminiscent of ripe fruit, leaving the impression of a serious, classic wine deeply characteristic of Ribera del Duero. Perfect for accompanying red meats, stews, game birds, or semi-cured cheeses, transforming any meal into a comforting and fulfilling experience.

Style Protos Crianza
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Mushrooms, Vegetables, Pasta, Red meat, Rice dishes, Game, Aperitif, Charcuterie, Legumes

About Protos Crianza

There is no doubt that Protos Crianza is the quintessential wine for meat. Its character and intensity, honed over two years of ageing, make it the ideal companion for beef cheeks, game meats, and even the most robust cheeses. A glass of this tempranillo with a fine oxtail dish? Some three-Michelin-starred establishments could only wish for such a pairing! However, what no one tells you is that tasting this red wine comes with a risk: you won't want to stop drinking it for anything in the world. 
 
Protos Crianza is one of those wines you won't want to part with. From Peñafiel, in the heart of the DO. Ribera del Duero, this red is crafted by Protos, one of Spain's eminent wineries, with guidance from the renowned oenologist Pascal Chatonnet. We doubt you haven't heard of either, but just in case, we can assure you that almost everything you know about them will delight you. Very few reach the same levels and standards of quality that this company, founded in 1927, strives to uphold in each of its vineyards. In the case of Protos Crianza, the grapes hail from old vines, over 30 years old, growing on infertile, sandy loam soils, impoverished in organic matter. In this region, just southeast of Castilla y León, the climate is defined by dry, hot summers and long, cold winters, with sub-zero frosts and significant temperature variations between day and night. These thermal fluctuations, far from being a problem, enhance the grape's ripening, aiding the deposition of anthocyanins (the polyphenols responsible for the berries' colour). 
 
Protos Crianza is harvested by hand, in 20 kg boxes that are transported to the winery. In the field, right at the vine, a selection is made; but this won't be the only one, as upon arrival at the winery, the Protos Crianza clusters are once again reviewed and selected, ensuring only the finest make it to the fermentation tanks. This step, into which Protos has invested years of study and research, is carried out using a selection of indigenous yeasts that will capture the purest character of the DO. Ribera del Duero in the wine. 
 
Once this process is complete, Protos Crianza undergoes two years of ageing in oak barrels and bottles. The first phase, lasting at least 14 months, takes place in French and American oak barrels; the second, which takes approximately another year, occurs in the tranquillity of the cellar, right after bottling. 
 
Although, as we mentioned at the beginning, Protos Crianza is perfect for meat, this red will pair exquisitely with any other option you can think of. You don't need many excuses or pretensions to simply enjoy Protos Crianza, do you?
2021

Protos Crianza 2021 is a red wine with an intense and alluring nose, where ripe fruits intertwine with subtle nuances of wood, sweet spices, and gentle toasts that invite exploration. On the palate, it is enveloping and flavourful, with an elegant balance and a refinement that reflects its maturity. Its persistent finish is reminiscent of ripe fruit, leaving the impression of a serious, classic wine deeply characteristic of Ribera del Duero. Perfect for accompanying red meats, stews, game birds, or semi-cured cheeses, transforming any meal into a comforting and fulfilling experience.
2020

Protos Crianza 2020 exhibits an enticing cherry-red hue with garnet edges. On the nose, it is aromatic and intricate, with notes of ripe fruits such as plums and blackberries, complemented by vanilla, cinnamon, clove, liquorice, and a hint of toastiness from its oak aging. On the palate, it is well-structured and expansive, with a substantial fruit load. Its finish is long and highly aromatic, leaving a lasting impression.                      
2019

Protos Crianza 2019 greets us with a spectrum of pronounced aromas, featuring ripe fruits such as plums and cherries, interwoven with a sweetly spiced nuance and a subtle hint of toastiness, courtesy of its oak aging. Upon tasting, its flavor enfolds the palate, displaying a flawless balance between its delectable character and refined maturity. The finish is enduring, leaving behind a delightful impression of ripe fruits that beckons one to continue savoring its concentrated essence.
2018 Protos Crianza 2018 is a red wine that on the nose delivers a bouquet of intense ripe black fruit aromas complemented by sweet spice notes and toasted nuances derived from its aging process. On the palate, it unfolds with exquisite delicacy and succulent maturity. A red wine that is fruit-forward, embracing, and harmoniously balanced.
2017

Protos Crianza 2017 is a quintessential red wine. The bouquet reveals scents of plums, cassis, cinnamon, and mocha. On the palate, it is rich and sweet, with a robust structure and assertive tannins. It exhibits chalky undertones.
2016

Protos Crianza 2016 is a richly concentrated red wine exuding profound aromas of red and black fruits, infused with toasted undertones and a hint of spice. On the palate, it is flavorful, luscious, and well-constructed. This medium to full-bodied wine boasts velvety tannins and a lingering, spiced finish.

2011 Good and light entry, soft and tasty. Body medium-high with tannins, good acidity. With a roasted aftertaste. Long finish.

Cherry red with violet tones. Clean and bright, dense tear.

Medium intensity, very clean and harmonious. Very elegant balance between ripe fruit and fine toasted notes.
2010 Upon the palate, it presents a robust entry with a smooth and flavourful progression, boasting a medium to full body, pronounced tannins, well-balanced acidity, a satisfying finish, and notable persistence. The retronasal olfaction is rich with toasted nuances. A timeless classic that consistently delivers.

Exquisite cherry-red hue with purplish edges. It's clear and luminous with a thick, slow-moving tear.

The nose is clean with a medium intensity, exuding a very harmonious balance between ripe red fruit and delicate toasted notes.
2009 In the mouth, it shows a good attack and a good, soft and tasty mid palate. It is a medium-high bodied wine with noticeable tannins, a good acidity and a good persistent finish. Abundant toasted notes are noticed at retro-olfaction. A classic red wine that will not deceive you.

Beautiful cherry red colour with violet edges. Clean and bright, with dense tears.

It shows clean and harmonic, medium-intensity nasal aromas. A very elegant balance is noticed between the aromas of ripe red fruit and the refined toasted aromas.
2008 Classic wine from the Ribera del Duero with a good embracing attack and  a silky, flavourful and meaty mid palate. Its notes of fruit and wood are very well integrated. It shows a good acidity and polished tannins. Good lingering finish which leaves very nice toasted notes. A smooth, easy-drinking wine, despite its complexity.

Intense cherry maroon colour with violet reflections. Medium-high robe. Clean and bright wine with thin tears.

Elegant and complex aromas with notes of ripe fruit and soft integrated toasted aromas perfectly balanced with its sweet spices.
2007 Wide and embracing attack. Good structure and with a meaty and tasty mid palate. Ripe tannins. Long and lingering finish that fills the mouth of nice toasted aromas.

Intense cherry colour with touches of maroon and purple sparkles. Clean and bright. Dense and abundant tears.

Very refined and elegant in the nose. Harmonious aromas of ripe fruit perfectly balanced with the typical notes of sweet spices (vanilla and cinnamon) toasted and cream provided by the oak.
2006 The mouth is wide with very fine tannins. His long and pleasant aftertaste leaves a very subtle light toasted hue characteristic of every Protos.

Red color with purple hues.

Aroma of ripe fruit (plums, blackberries) and toasted oak clean and frank.
2020
91 Suckling
2019
90 Peñín
91 Suckling
2018
91 Suckling
2017
92 Peñín
91 Suckling
2016
92 Peñín
91 Suckling
2015
92 Peñín
2014
93 Peñín
88 Parker
93 Suckling
2013
91 Peñín
2009
87 Parker
2008
91 Peñín
2007
91 Peñín
2006
92 Peñín
2010

IWSC 2013, Silver Medal

IWC 2013, Bronze Medal
2009

IWSC 2012, Silver Medal

Decanter WWA 2012, Bronze Medal
2008

IWSC 2011, Bronze Medal

CMB 2011, Gold Medal
2007

Bacchus 2010, Bacchus De Plata

IWSC 2010, Silver Medal
2006

Guia de Vinos Gourmets 2009. Mejor Tinto Crianza 2008

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.