Country: Spain / Cumal
Variety: Prieto Picudo Northern Spain
Winery: Dominio Dostares / Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León
Prieto Picudo is largely an unknown variety with a propensity for yielding weird wines. But this offering is made cleanly, and in an internationally familiar style. Aromas of licorice root, tobacco and cedar rest atop a base of black-fruit scents. The palate is juicy and tannic, while plum and berry flavors are surrounded by mocha, coffee and graphite notes. Drink or hold through 2018.