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Protos - Gran Reserva

2016
Blend
100% Tempranillo
Country
Spain
Region
Castilla Y Leon
Appellation
Ribera del Duero
UPC
0 15643 50966 7
Red Wine
Verified Stock
97149-16/6PK
Product Ratings
Tim Atkin 92pt

'Top 100' Tim Atkin Ribera del Duero 2023 Special Report

by Tim Atkin, 2023
Vinous Media 94pt

The 2016 Gran Reserva is a 100% Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero, aged 24 months in barrels- 80% French and 20% American. Garnet-red in the glass. The nose features red fruit such as plum and sour cherry complemented by notes of bay leaf, wild herbs and licorice, all layered over a cedar bed. The dry and grippy palate displays firm tannins and a chalky texture, resulting in a rich, taut Ribera red with nuanced, lasting flavor.

by Vinous Media, 2023

Food pairing

Roasted lamb, roasted pork, roasted beef, heavy stews, big game matures cheese.

Tasting Notes

Color: Deep cherry color, bright and intense
Nose: Expressive, powerful,complex, elegant,roasted coffee, dark chocolate, candied fruit.
Taste: Fleshy, powerful, spiritous, creamy, spicy with lingering finish.

Soil

There are highly diverse soil types along the Duero River, but in general, the area features loose, not very fertile soils that have limited organic matter, and in which limestone is sometimes a predominant element. In most cases they have a loamy or sandy loam texture.