One of my favorite wine shops in the city headlined this grape in their latest newsletter. A 100% Prieto Picudo from Dominio Dostares. For $13 its a great deal. I will pass along kudos to the Wine Discount Center for finding this wine and will let them tell you about it.... "Here is a rare treat from a rare grape variety. This is 100% Prieto Picudo. Only a few hundred acres remain of this rare indigenous red varietal. In 2004 Dominio Dostares purchased 75% of the remaining vines, many of which are in excess of 100 years old. For years the grapes had been used to produce a high quality Rosé. Dominio Dostares, however, realized the potential beauty and elegance of this grape and came up with the 2005 Estay. Matured for six months in French oak, it has a deep, deep purple color with aromas of violet, red berries, pepper and spice. This is a complete wine that has wonderful juicy red berry flavors, plenty of spice, some oak nuances, good acid balance and smooth tannins. Perfect for red meat, chicken or hearty salads."
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One of the most distinctive and excellent wines I've had recently.
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