Red dry
Protos Roble Ribera del Duero DO 2023 - a complex and elegant red wine made from hand-picked grapes grown in Burgos and Valladolid vineyards - two of the most important points in the Ribera del Duero region. The average age of the vines is 25 years, which ensures the concentration and aromatic depth of the wine.
Maturation and production:
6 months of aging in French and American oak barrels
Additional 6 months of aging in the bottle to reveal the subtle flavors
Cold maceration allows you to preserve the natural fruitiness and freshness of the aromas
Aroma and taste:
The wine is distinguished by a bright aromatic profile: ripe strawberries, cherries, as well as vanilla, licorice, light smoke. The taste is medium-bodied, fresh acidity, ripe tannins. Red berries and oak notes blend harmoniously, maintaining a fruity freshness. The aftertaste is long and expressive.
Serve at 16-18 °C with various meat dishes, pasta with meat sauce, and hard mature cheeses.
Bodegas Protos is one of the oldest and most renowned wineries in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Founded in 1927, the winery was the forerunner of the Ribera del Duero wine designation of origin (DO) – its name “Protos” comes from the Greek word for “first”.
Today, Bodegas Protos is an internationally renowned wine producer, exporting its products to over 100 countries, producing both premium red and fresh white wines.
Winery Highlights:
Regions: Ribera del Duero and Rueda DO
Wine Styles: Red Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva; white Verdejo
Main grapes: Tempranillo (Tinta del País), Verdejo
Environmentally friendly philosophy – sustainable farming, modern production technology
What makes the winery stand out:
Long history and prestige: The winery has been operating for almost 100 years, winning hundreds of international awards.
Modern architecture: The new wine cellar, built in 2008, designed by architect Sir Richard Rogers, is one of the most impressive wine tourism objects in Spain.
High quality: Wines are made from hand-picked grapes, using both traditional and innovative technologies.
Wide range: From fresh white wines (Protos Verdejo) to mature reds (Protos Crianza, Reserva, etc.).