Dominio de Eguren, Protocolo Tinto Tempranillo, 2022

The 2022 Dominio de Eguren Protocolo Tinto Tempranillo is a bright, fruit-driven red showcasing classic youthful Tempranillo character. In the glass, it reveals a ruby-red hue with violet reflections. The nose bursts with fresh raspberry and cherry, complemented by light toasty spice, subtle smoke, and a hint of vanilla from gentle oak influence. 

On the palate, medium body meets smooth, well-integrated tannins and lively acidity, delivering a balanced, juicy experience that finishes clean and fruit-forward .

Dominio de Eguren, a fourth-generation family estate based in Castilla and extending into Rioja and Toro, crafts Protocolo as an accessible yet premium everyday wine. Grapes come from sustainably farmed, often dry‑land vineyards—including older vines in Manchuela—as well as younger plots in Rioja and Toro, all harvested for freshness and varietal intensity .

Vinified with a short cold soak, stainless steel fermentation, and light micro‑oxygenation, the result is a fresh, clean profile that captures Tempranillo purity without the weight of heavy oak.