"La Retorcida" is a monovarietal of Prieto Picudo, a native variety of the area, cultivated in old pre-phylloxera vines (prior to the phylloxera plague) between 90 and 100 years old, located in a privileged environment characterized by poor and dry soils, and a continental climate with cold winters and hot summers.
"La Retorcida" is a monovarietal of Prieto Picudo, a native variety of the area, cultivated in old pre-phylloxera vines (prior to the phylloxera plague) between 90 and 100 years old, located in a privileged environment characterized by poor and dry soils, and a continental climate with cold winters and hot summers.
These extreme conditions give the grapes a high aromatic concentration and a high natural acidity, key elements for the production of wines of great quality and complexity.
Vinification is carried out in the traditional way, with an alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks with native yeasts. Subsequently, the wine ages for 11 months in fine-grained French oak barrels, where it acquires complexity and softness.
Finally, the wine is bottled and subjected to a refinement in the bottle for one year before being marketed.
"La Retorcida" presents an intense ruby color with violet reflections.
The nose highlights a complex and intense aroma, with notes of ripe black fruit ( cherry, blackberry), spices (black pepper, clove) and balsamic (rosemary, thyme), on a mineral and vegetable background.
In the mouth it is a voluminous wine, with ripe and well-integrated tannins, a vibrant acidity and a long and persistent finish.
The versatility of this wine makes it ideal to accompany a wide variety of dishes, from grilled or stewed red meats to small game and cheeses cured.88)Also pairs excellently with dishes from traditional Castilian cuisine, such as roast pork or lechazo.
The ideal serving temperature is 12ºC.
" Cellers Picerna" is a family business dedicated to the production of quality wines in the Denomination of Origin León.
The project was born from the recovery of centuries-old vines and the desire to produce authentic wines, which reflect the terroir and the variety.
The winery has two historic estates: Villavezán in Gorfoncillo and Espinosa in Granjal de Campos, the latter declared an Asset of Cultural Interest.
In summary, "La Retorcida" is a unique and expressive red wine, the result of the recovery of old vines and the application of traditional winemaking methods.
Its aromatic complexity, the its tannic structure and its minerality make it a reference for the wines of the Denomination of Origin León.
Cellers Picerna, with its commitment to quality and sustainability, is one of the main drivers of the revitalization of winemaking in the area.
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