Aged 12 months in french and american barrels. 33% new french barrels, 34% one year old french and american barrels, 33% two year old french and american oak barrels. 12 months in bottle.
This is very good value with rich red fruit, a medium bodied wine with distinct rich cherry/blackcurrant flavour and a nice long finish. Despite being a young wine, it has good body and simple aromatics, highly recommended with meats and great with strong cheeses.
Protos Crianza wine is made from 100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo). The grapes come from vineyards planted in poor soils, low in organic matter and with a sandy texture.
Tasting Notes:
Color: Cherry color with purple rim indicating youth.
Food Pairing: Roasted vegetables and meats, carpaccio, fabada, Iberian ham.
100% Tempranillo (Tinta del Pais)