The young lamb meat, or “Lechazo/Cordero Lechal”, as it is known locally, is pearly white or pale pink, has a slight fragrance, a smooth flavour and is tender and juicy, with less fat than the young lamb meat.

In the Region of “Castilla y León” (Spain), as in other Mediterranean areas, fresh suckling lamb meat is regarded as having a high edible quality. The EU granted this product a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), “Lechazo de Castilla y León”, in 1999.

Lambs with the Specific Denomination “Lechazo de Castilla y León” come from approved farms from our organization members. They belong to the “Churra” and “Castellana” breeds and their diet consists exclusively of mother´s milk. The maximum weight at the time of slaughter is 12 Kg, and the maximum age is 35 days.