{"title":"Bodegas Protos","description":"It was 1927 when 11 friends, who had known each other since childhood but were now adults, came together to reconnect with their families\u0026#39; winemaking traditions. Driven by their love for their homeland of Peñafiel, they dreamed not only of producing great wines but also of bringing this wine region and its heritage back into the world\u0026#39;s attention. And so they began to change the course of history, guiding it through generations to become the world-renowned region it is today: Ribera del Duero. Today, the community boasts over 250 families, all sharing the same goal: to produce exceptional wines from this magnificent region. Many third-generation winemakers pursue this goal with the same passion. Today, they benefit from the inherited knowledge of their ancestors, but continue to expand upon it. Led by Marilena Bonilla, a team of 8 oenologists and 8 agricultural engineers is dedicated to the continuous improvement of their wines, so that they can benefit wine lovers worldwide. Today (2020), Bodegas Protos is the Spanish winery with the most Twitter followers and, with 40,000 visitors annually, the most visited winery in Ribera del Duero.","products":[{"product_id":"aire-de-protos-rosado","title":"Aire de Protos Rosado","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAire de Protos Rosado\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eBodegas Protos\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rosé wine from the heart of Castile – for those who prefer their rosé to be lively and expressive rather than tame and pale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a luminous pale pink with delicate bluish reflections – a first indication of the care with which Bodegas Protos works in the Ribera del Duero. The aromas are refined and complex: \u003cb\u003ered fruits such as strawberry and raspberry\u003c\/b\u003e take center stage, complemented by notes of white peach and a floral lightness that lends the wine its distinctive freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e On the palate, it is pleasantly lively, with a good balance between fruity richness and invigorating acidity. Not a heavy, not a quiet wine – but one that awakens desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Enjoy it well chilled, ideally between \u003cb\u003e8 and 10 °C\u003c\/b\u003e :\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e As an accompaniment to light summer dishes, salads and tapas\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Fish and seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Just like that, as an aperitif on a long evening\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Protos","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":52937289171280,"sku":"VJ0072-2024","price":12.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_aire_de_protos_rosado.webp?v=1771237856"},{"product_id":"protos-roble","title":"Protos Roble","description":"The Protos Roble from the DO Ribera del Duero is a \u0026quot;Tinto\u0026quot; (red wine) aged for six months in French and American oak barrels and a further six months in the bottle. The result is a cherry-red wine with a purple rim, intensely aromatic with red and black fruit notes, while also revealing subtle toasty aromas. On the palate, it displays good structure, is fresh and fruity, beautifully balanced with soft tannins. Protos Roble is a red wine that embodies all the characteristics of a Tempranillo!","brand":"Bodegas Protos","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":52694887989584,"sku":"V03136","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2024","offer_id":52892502229328,"sku":"V03136-2024","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_protos_roble.webp?v=1771237857"},{"product_id":"protos-crianza","title":"Protos Crianza","description":"\u003cp\u003eTempranillo from the heart of the Ribera del Duero — mature, structured, approachable. The Protos Crianza demonstrates why this region is among the most important red wine regions in Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBodegas Protos\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the founding wineries of the Denomination of Origin Ribera del Duero, established in 1927 in Peñafiel—right below the castle of the same name. The winery played a key role in officially establishing the DO in 1982. Today, Protos cultivates its own vineyards on the high plateau at an altitude of around 800 meters, where cold nights and hot days allow the grapes to ripen slowly and develop their full aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Crianza matures \u003cstrong\u003efor 14 months\u003c\/strong\u003e in a combination of American and French oak. American barrels impart vanilla and coconut notes, while the French contribute spice and a finer wood structure. In the glass: a deep ruby ​​red with violet reflections. The nose reveals ripe blackberry and plum, underpinned by roasted aromas, a hint of tobacco, and sweet wood. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with soft, well-integrated tannins and a lingering fruity finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature 16–18 °C. Pairs well with leg of lamb with herbs, grilled beef steak, or Manchego cheese. Also a simple accompaniment to a good midweek dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Protos","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":52694888218960,"sku":"V03137","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2022","offer_id":53093146198352,"sku":"V03137-2022","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_protos_crianza.webp?v=1771237858"},{"product_id":"protos-reserva","title":"Protos Reserva","description":"The Protos Reserva from Ribera del Duero is an elegant, complex wine, aged for 18 months in American and French oak barrels and then for a further two years in the bottle. The result is a wine with a color reminiscent of dark cherries, also showing pomegranate reflections. The nose reveals intense aromas of dark fruits, licorice, and vanilla, as well as toasty notes and mineral tones. A fine acidity, present notes of oak, and superb balance complete the picture. The finish is long and harmonious. The Protos Reserva is an impressive wine with great character!","brand":"Bodegas Protos","offers":[{"title":"2019","offer_id":52694888415568,"sku":"V03138","price":33.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2020","offer_id":52917485306192,"sku":"V03138-2020","price":33.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_protos_reserva.webp?v=1771237859"},{"product_id":"protos-27","title":"Protos 27","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Protos 27 from the Spanish Ribera del Duero shows what Tempranillo can become with time and wood: a dense, structured red wine with real aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Bodegas Protos is one of the oldest wineries in Ribera del Duero – founded in 1927, hence the number in its name. The winery is located in Peñafiel, the heart of the appellation, and matures its wines in the historic rock cellars beneath the castle. The 27 spends \u003cb\u003e16 months in French oak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it shines a deep, dark cherry red. The nose reveals black plum, blackberry, and a distinct vanilla note from the oak aging, underpinned by licorice and a hint of toffee. On the palate, firm but ripe tannins, good length, and a spicy finish with tobacco and dark fruit. The wine is drinkable now but will continue to develop in the bottle until 2030.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Serving temperature 17–18 °C. Pairs well with leg of lamb with rosemary, Ibérico pork roast, or aged Manchego cheese. 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The wine is aged for seven months in oak barrels, followed by 17 months of bottle aging—a total of just over two years—before it reaches the shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The nose initially offers wood spice and a hint of vanilla, followed by ripe pear, white peach, and fresh herbs. On the palate, it displays richness without heaviness: the acidity remains lively, the oak well integrated. The finish is long and slightly salty—a sign that the fruit supports the oak, not the other way around.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eServing suggestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 °C. Pairs well with grilled sea bass with herb butter, oven-baked chicken, or a mature Manchego cheese. 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