Bodegas Protos : Reserva 2019

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Reserva 5 Año 2019 Bodegas Protos

Tasting

Color

The color reveals a dark cherry red hue, highlighted by a garnet rim.

Nose

Intense and complex, the nose reveals aromas of black fruit accompanied by spicy notes. Fragrances of vanilla and toasted wood complete this generous bouquet.

Palate

Powerful and structured, the palate is seductive with its round tannins and good acidity. The finish stands out for its remarkable length and persistence.

Food and wine pairing

This wine pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted red meats, game stews, and aged cheeses. It also goes very well with truffle-based dishes or smoked fish.

Service and storage

The Reserva 5 Año 2019 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 17 and 18°C. This wine has significant aging potential and can be kept until around 2035.

Other characteristics

The alcohol content ranges between 14.0 and 14.5%.

A structured and elegant Ribera del Duero by Bodegas Protos

The estate

Founded in 1927 in Peñafiel in Castile-León, Bodegas Protos is the pioneering estate of the Ribera del Duero appellation. This cooperative brings together more than 250 winegrowing families and oversees around 1,400 hectares of vines. Four descendants of the original founders still sit on the board of directors, ensuring family continuity across three generations. Led by Carlos Villalba, the estate made its mark as early as 1929 with gold medals at the Barcelona Universal Exhibition. Since 2022, Bodegas Protos has ranked among the fifty most admired wineries in the world according to Drinks International. The facilities extend beneath the medieval castle of Peñafiel, with more than two kilometers of underground cellars carved into the mountain.

The vineyard

The Reserva 5 Año 2019 comes from parcels located in the province of Burgos within the Ribera del Duero appellation. The vines, more than 50 years old, are planted on clay-limestone soils. These old vines naturally produce low yields, concentrating the aromas and substance within the berries.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes for the Reserva 5 Año 2019 are hand-harvested in small crates to preserve their integrity. After a cold maceration, alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for twenty-one days, with daily pumping-over. The wine is then aged for 18 months in French and American oak barrels. This barrel maturation period is followed by a minimum of 24 months of bottle aging before release.

Grape variety

100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo)