| Type | Red wine |
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| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Alcohol contenti | 14.5% |
Spec sheet
The wine
Luzón Verdecillo comes from Bodegas Luzón, in the Jumilla Designation of Origin (DO), in south-eastern Spain. The winery was founded in 2000, although its origins can be traced back to an association of Jumilla winegrowers dating from 1916. It has been part of the Fuertes Group since 2005. The wine is made from 100 per cent Monastrell, the region’s most important grape variety. The grapes are organically grown. The Verdecillo showcases the freshest and fruitiest side of Monastrell. It has a smooth, creamy palate and is well-balanced.
What does this wine taste like?
In the glass, the wine displays an intense cherry red colour with purple highlights at the rim.
On the nose, there are floral and fruity aromas. Ripe red fruits such as strawberry and raspberry take centre stage, accompanied by notes of undergrowth and mineral nuances.
On the palate, the Verdecillo is lively, juicy and fruity. It has a full-bodied texture and good acidity. The finish is well-balanced and lingering.
View | Picota cherry red / Intense / Violet rim |
|---|---|
Bouquet | Floral scents / Fruit aromas / Ripe red fruit / Undergrowth notes / Mineral notes |
Mouth | Lively / Fleshy / Fruit-forward / Juicy / Lovely / Balanced / Persistent |
Drinking and storing
Verdecillo is a wine best enjoyed young. It is best drunk within the first two or three years after the harvest, whilst the fresh fruit notes are still predominant.
Serve it at a temperature of between 14 and 16 °C. This slightly cooler temperature brings out the wine’s freshness.
Serve between 14ºC and 16ºC
Food pairing
Verdecillo pairs well with grilled vegetables, rice dishes and pasta. It is also a good choice with pulses.
Thanks to its fruitiness and soft tannins, it also pairs well with poultry, barbecued dishes and medium-aged cheeses.
Ratings and awards
| 2012 | 90 PK | 92 PN |
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PK: ParkerPN: Peñín
Customer reviews
Winemaking
The Monastrell grapes come from certified organic vineyards in Jumilla. The region has a dry, warm climate, to which Monastrell is very well suited. Verdecillo is produced as a young wine in which the fruit really comes to the fore. The aim is to offer an authentic expression of the variety, with freshness and balance.
The winery
Bodegas Luzón
Although established as such in the year 2000, Bodegas Luzón's origins stem from the union of a succession of Jumilla vine growers since 1916. After the Grupo Fuertes became involved in 2005, they started making significant investments and installing the most advanced equipment in the winery, thereby showing a commitment for the future and for quality. Owning 500 hectares of vineyards and enjoying a team as a workforce that includes land experts, lab technicians, oenologists...
