Nicolas Marcos is the man behind Dominio del Urogallo. Situated in the Asturias region near Spain’s Atlantic coast, this is a region like many in Spain that is being rediscovered. Although it is better known for cider production, it has a history of wine production dating back over 1,000 years.
Marcos brings to the table a wealth of experience including several years with Alain Graillot in the northern Rhone as well as his family bodega in Toro. The Cangas del Narcea sub-region in the Asturias couldn’t be more of a contrast to sun-drenched Toro, with its cool maritime climate and steep, rocky slopes.
A low intervention approach is used here, with no sulphur dioxide additions whatsoever. Pesico Tinto is a four-way blend of largely unfamiliar varieties (Carrasquin, Albarin Tinto, Verdejo Tinto, Albillo), though Verdejo Tinto is the same as Trousseau, of France’s Jura region.
The wine itself is alluringly aromatic, very floral and attractive. It is medium bodied, compact and fine, a panoply of red, black and blue fruits delivering a real sweet and sour character. In sum, it is a delicious and thought provoking wine. This is a region and a producer to follow with interest.
2013 DOMINIO DEL UROGALLO PESICO TINTO
Producer: Dominio del Urogallo
Variety: Carrasquin, Albarin Tinto, Verdejo Tinto, Albillo
Region: Asturias, Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $45.00
Date tasted: 26 November 2016
Tasting Note:
Bright crimson. Attractive floral nose – lilac, rose petal and violet, black cherry and plum. Dry, medium bodied, real ‘sweet and sour’ going on here – the overall impression is savoury. Red meets black fruits, sprinkle of white pepper. Good length with acidity carrying the finish. Ready to go. Delicious.
Score: 17/20
Marcos brings to the table a wealth of experience including several years with Alain Graillot in the northern Rhone as well as his family bodega in Toro. The Cangas del Narcea sub-region in the Asturias couldn’t be more of a contrast to sun-drenched Toro, with its cool maritime climate and steep, rocky slopes.
A low intervention approach is used here, with no sulphur dioxide additions whatsoever. Pesico Tinto is a four-way blend of largely unfamiliar varieties (Carrasquin, Albarin Tinto, Verdejo Tinto, Albillo), though Verdejo Tinto is the same as Trousseau, of France’s Jura region.
The wine itself is alluringly aromatic, very floral and attractive. It is medium bodied, compact and fine, a panoply of red, black and blue fruits delivering a real sweet and sour character. In sum, it is a delicious and thought provoking wine. This is a region and a producer to follow with interest.
2013 DOMINIO DEL UROGALLO PESICO TINTO
Producer: Dominio del UrogalloVariety: Carrasquin, Albarin Tinto, Verdejo Tinto, Albillo
Region: Asturias, Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $45.00
Date tasted: 26 November 2016
Tasting Note:
Bright crimson. Attractive floral nose – lilac, rose petal and violet, black cherry and plum. Dry, medium bodied, real ‘sweet and sour’ going on here – the overall impression is savoury. Red meets black fruits, sprinkle of white pepper. Good length with acidity carrying the finish. Ready to go. Delicious.
Score: 17/20
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