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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 authoritative wineries in the Ribera del Duero region, widely regarded as a historical cornerstone of the appellation. Founded in 1927, well before Ribera del Duero received official DO status, the name Protos (from Greek, meaning “first”) symbolizes its pioneering role in the region.
Bodegas Protos was among the key initiators that helped shape Ribera del Duero into a world-class region for high-quality red wines. Today, it is an internationally recognized producer, exporting its wines to more than 100 countries and successfully combining long-standing tradition with modern winemaking.
What makes the winery distinctive
Architecture and wine tourism
In 2008, Bodegas Protos opened a new winery in the Ribera del Duero region designed by renowned British architect Sir Richard Rogers. The building has become one of Spain’s most striking examples of contemporary wine architecture, serving not only a functional purpose but also highlighting the winery’s modern, forward-looking vision.
Style and reputation
Bodegas Protos wines are characterized by a clear regional identity, structure, and balance. The Ribera del Duero red wines stand out for their ripe tannins, concentrated dark fruit character, and strong aging potential, while the Rueda Verdejo wines are known for their freshness, aromatic purity, and excellent gastronomic versatility.
