GRAJO
VIEJO
SIGNATURE WINE
CULT VINEYARDS
RIBERA DEL DUERO
"The ancestral soul of Protos: a limited-production masterpiece where Tinta del País merges with an unattainable mineral and balsamic complexity."
The Expression of Eternity
Protos Grajo Viejo represents the absolute zenith of the winery in the D.O. Ribera del Duero. It comes from an exhaustive selection of small estate plots with century-old vines exceeding 70 years of age, located on the highest moors of Peñafiel. It is only produced in exceptionally rated vintages. With a noble aging process that defies traditional standards (24 to 30 months in new fine-grained French oak barrels), this prestigious Spanish signature red wine is a collector's icon. An oenological jewel of limited production, designed for those looking to buy high-end wines online with extraordinary aging potential.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Bodegas Protos
Origin: Selection of Old Vineyards (> 70 years), Peñafiel, Ribera del Duero, Spain
Varietal: 100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo)
Aging: 24 to 30 months in fine-grained French oak barrels
Aging Potential: Extreme (20 - 25 years)
Alcohol Content: 15.0% Alc. Vol. | Presentation: 750 ml bottle
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Garnet red, almost opaque, of deep concentration. It features elegant iodine rims that denote its great lineage, extract concentration, and remarkable evolutionary potential.
Nose: A profound and shifting sensory journey: candied black fruit (blackberry, blueberry), white truffle, black licorice, and a distinctive mineral touch of gunpowder and graphite. An enveloping balsamic background of cedar, tobacco, and oriental spices.
Palate: Superb entry, fleshy and with striking volume. Its tannins are aristocratic: firm yet with a velvety texture. It possesses a vibrant acidity that promises an eternal life and an infinite finish, loaded with minerality and elegance.
3. Architecture of a Signature Wine
4. Cult Pairings and Service
Main Dishes: Essential to pair with wood-fired suckling lamb (lechazo churro), aged beef cuts (Dry Aged), prime red meat ribeyes, and wild boar civet with black truffle.
Haute Mexican Cuisine: Masterful with a slow-cooked Oaxacan Mole Negro (over 30 ingredients), where the complexity of the wine perfectly embraces the smoky and spicy nuances of the dish.
Artisan Cheeses: Pairs sublimely with cheeses cured in Iberian pork lard or long-aged (36 months) hard paste artisan cheeses.
Service: It is essential to decant at least 2 hours before serving. Serve in a large-format glass (Bordeaux type) at 18°C to allow its full aromatic expansion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What differentiates Grajo Viejo from a Protos Reserva?
While the Reserva follows a classic Ribera del Duero profile, Grajo Viejo is a signature wine and an icon of reduced production. It comes exclusively from grapes from old vineyards over 70 years old and focuses on the maximum mineral expression and concentration of the terroir.
Is it suitable for investment and collecting?
Absolutely. Due to its limited production per harvest and very high aging potential (over 20 years), it is one of the most coveted labels in the Ribera del Duero that increases its value over time in private cellars.