Lechazo de Castilla y León is the meat of the lambs of the Churro, Castellano and Ojalado breeds produced in the Autonomous Community of Castilla y Leon. This meat is very tender, succulent and smooth in texture.
It is white to light pink in color and has a very mellow and delicate flavor. The lambs must weigh between 9 to 12 kgs at the time of slaughter and can be up to 35 days old. Lechazo de Castilla y León are breastfed up to the time they are slaughtered so that the meat remains tender and flavorful.