HistoryThe first documented records of the region’s history date back to the early 10th century and serve as an indicator of the two pillars that upheld the local economy: mills for cereal processing and vineyards. As early as in Roman times, the southern part of León became a crossing point for all travelers using the two major routes that lead through our production area, the Vía de la Plata, or Silver Route, and the Camino de Santiago. LocationGeology and climateThe production area covering wines protected under the León designation of origin (DO) encompasses the lands located within the municipal districts judged to be apt for the production of grape. The most important climactic features are as follows:
The soil
Grapes varietiesPrieto Picudo
Albarín blanco
Mencía
Verdejo
Godello
Type of wine
Wine Cellars of DO Tierra de LeónVideos about the region
Legislation and certifications
Location of the regulatory council
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Elia Sanzstudent of food technology and innovation degree at Salajan Paul Andrei |