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. It comes from an exhaustive selection of small plots with vines over 70 years old, located on the highest plateaus of Peñafiel. It is only produced in exceptionally rated vintages. With an aging process that challenges traditional standards (up to 30 months in new barrels), this wine does not seek immediate gratification, but rather transcendence. It is a red wine of aristocratic concentration, with a telluric minerality that places it among the pantheon of the world's great wines.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Bodegas Protos
Origin: Selection of Old Vineyards (> 70 years), Ribera del Duero
Varietal: 100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo)
Aging: 24 to 30 months in fine-grained French Oak
Aging Potential: Extreme (20 - 25 years)
Alcohol Content: 15.0% Alc. Vol. | Presentation: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Almost opaque garnet red, very dense in color. Presents iodized rims that denote its great lineage, extract concentration, and evolutionary potential.
Nose: A profound and changing sensory journey: candied black fruit, white truffle, black licorice, and a distinctive hint of gunpowder and graphite. Balsamic background of cedar and oriental spices.
Palate: Superb, fleshy, and impactful entry. The tannins are aristocratic: firm yet with a velvety texture. Vibrant acidity that portends an eternal life and an infinite finish, full of minerality.
3. Signature Wine Architecture
4. Cult Pairings and Service
Main Courses: Indispensable with wood-fired roasted suckling lamb, aged beef (Dry Aged), or wild boar stew with black truffle.
High Mexican Cuisine: Masterful with a long-cooked Oaxacan Black Mole (more than 30 ingredients), where the wine's complexity embraces the smoky and spicy nuances of the dish.
Artisan Cheeses: Cured cheeses in lard or long-aged hard cheeses (36 months).
Service: Essential to decant a minimum of 2 hours before. Serve in a large format glass (Bordeaux type) at 18°C to allow its full expansion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What differentiates Grajo Viejo from a Protos Reserva?
While Reserva follows a classic Ribera profile, Grajo Viejo is a "Vino de Pago" of tiny production. It focuses on the mineral expression of specific plots and uses only the first pressing of grapes from very old vines.
Is it suitable for investment and collecting?
Absolutely. Due to its limited production and very high aging potential, it is one of the Ribera del Duero labels that gains the most value over time in collectors' cellars.
