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Bodegas Gordonzello 'Inicio' Prieto Picudo 2022
Primary flavours
Black Cherry
Blueberry
Dark Plum
Chocolate
Earthy
Liquorice
Pepper
Rosemary
Details
This rare red grape is absolutely singing in Gordonzello's Inicio. Black cherry and spicy smoke dominate with lashing of blueberry compote and a wonderful herbal fragrance. Fancy trying something new? Here it is!
Origin: Spain. Mainly Grown In: León, Spain. Key Facts: You’d be forgiven for not hearing about Prieto Picudo before. Not only is this grape indigenous to, and more or less exclusively grown in Spain, but it’s pretty much exclusive to the Castilla y León region. This grape is a bit of a workhorse in the vineyard and is super resistant to drought conditions, it crops reasonably high without dropping in quality and it has some attractive aromas and good freshness. Usually, it is blended with Tempranillo - the king of Spanish grapes - and it is pretty rare to find it as a standalone grape variety. Fun Fact: ‘Prieto’ means ‘dark’ in Spanish, which is a reference to the colour of the berries that this variety produces.
Origin: Spain. Mainly Grown In: León, Spain. Key Facts: You’d be forgiven for not hearing about Prieto Picudo before. Not only is this grape indigenous to, and more or less exclusively grown in Spain, but it’s pretty much exclusive to the Castilla y León region. This grape is a bit of a workhorse in the vineyard and is super resistant to drought conditions, it crops reasonably high without dropping in quality and it has some attractive aromas and good freshness. Usually, it is blended with Tempranillo - the king of Spanish grapes - and it is pretty rare to find it as a standalone grape variety. Fun Fact: ‘Prieto’ means ‘dark’ in Spanish, which is a reference to the colour of the berries that this variety produces.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, very fruity, high tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Castilla y Léon
country
Spain
Grape type
Prieto Picudo
Wine Maker
Bodegas Gordonzello
Alcohol
13%
Vintage
2022
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Cork (Natural)
Production method
Single Vineyard
Pairing guide
Prieto Picudo isn’t the most well known red variety out there, but we’ve got a hunch it may well become a brand new favourite. This partly comes down to its brilliant versatility when it comes to food - this is a wine for pairing with strong, bold and intense flavours! We loved it with game dishes like venison with blackberries, guinea fowl with a spicy rub, and grilled steaks with a mushroom or peppercorn sauce. Wild mushrooms, garlic vegetables, barbecued beef with polenta and vegetarian alternatives like smoked seitan will work a treat.
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Food
Grilled Meat
Slow Cooked Pork
Lamb
Roasted Lamb
Roasted Beef
Tastes
Bitter
Rich
Moods
Contemplative
Seasons
Winter
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Castilla y Léon, Spain
Castilla y León is a Spanish wine region that'll have you saying "Salud!" in no time. With a mix of hot, dry plains and cool, wet highlands, it's the perfect place to grow a variety of grapes, including Tempranillo, Garnacha and Verdejo. This region has a rich history of winemaking, dating back to the days of the Roman Empire, and is now the largest wine producer in Spain. Castilla y León is also home to several DO (Denominación de Origen) wine designations, which means the wines here are of the highest quality and authenticity. So why not grab a glass and discover why Castilla y León is a wine lover's paradise with its diverse range of flavours and styles? Olé!
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