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Underdog Grape · Spain

Prieto Picudo

Pronounced pree-EH-toh pee-KOO-doh

If you like Pinot Noir for its red fruit and high acid, León's Prieto Picudo gives you the same lift with more grip and a lower price.

Tasting profile
Red currant and violet up front, licorice and a chalky bite underneath, held together by acid that keeps every sip lively.
Where it grows
León, Spain
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Where to buy
For specific bottles and where to buy them, read the deep dive.

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The region

León (Tierra de León), Spain

If you like

Pinot Noir

Wines like Prieto Picudo

Croatina, Vespolina & Uva RaraKallmet, Shesh & VloshMencíaParraleta, Moristel & Alcañón

Prieto Picudo: common questions

What wine is Prieto Picudo similar to?
If you usually drink Pinot Noir, Prieto Picudo is the underdog swap to try. Other lesser-known grapes in the same style: Croatina, Vespolina & Uva Rara, Kallmet, Shesh & Vlosh, Mencía.
Read the deep divePrieto Picudo: León's Fresh, Firm Underdog Red

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