Protos - Gran Reserva2012
RED WINE
- Producer Protos
- Blend 100% Tempranillo
- Country Spain
- Region Castilla Y Leon
- Appellation Ribera del Duero
- UPC 0 15643 50966 7
Reviews
James Suckling 93
A classically styled nose with old-school oak played into ripe red plums. Lots of spice and hints of fresh leather starting to build. The palate delivers smooth chocolate and dark berries with a swathe of toasted baking spices.
by JS, James Suckling , 2018
PeninGuide 93
Colour: Bright cherry.
Nose: Sweet spices, ripe fruit, dried herbs, characterful.
Palate: Fruity, spicy, round tannins, long.
by PN, PeninGuide , 2019
Robert Parker 91
The more classical 2012 Gran Reserva has aromas of roasted sunflower and sesame seeds, a diesel-like mineral touch and jammy fruit. The palate is mostly about its time in oak, revealing plenty of wood flavors and a dry texture with plenty of granular, powdery tannins. One that needs food. Ready now. 50,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in March 2015.
by LG, Robert Parker , 2018
Wine Enthusiast 91
Charred aromas of burnt wood, black coffee and tire rubber give way to smoky fruit. This is a tannic, tough Tempranillo, one that's pinched in feel. Charred blackberry flavors remain dark on a chewy tannic finish.
by MS, Wine Enthusiast , 2020
Technical Details
Food Pairing
Roasted lamb, roasted pork, roasted beef, heavy stews, big game matures cheese.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.Tasting Notes
Color: Deep cherry color, bright and intenseNose: Expressive, powerful,complex, elegant,roasted coffee, dark chocolate, candied fruit.
Taste: Fleshy, powerful, spiritous, creamy, spicy with lingering finish.