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Red grape

Bobal

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Utiel-Requena’s defining black grape, making deeply coloured reds and fresh rosés.

Aromatic palette

CherryLiquorice

ripe cherry · red fruit · liquorice

Read the structure.

acidityOften pronounced
tanninCan be firm
bodyMedium to full
alcoholVaries with ripeness and wine style

What could you confuse it with?

Not Monastrell or Tempranillo; deep colour does not establish sweetness.

Origins & family

Regional roots

Bobal is an important reference in Valencian Community (Spain).

In the vineyard

Well adapted to the inland region; old vineyards are an important local heritage.

Regional expressions

Spain

Valencian Community

Utiel-Requena red and rosé reference.

Structure

Medium to full; often pronounced.

At the table

For dry reds, start lightly cool and adjust to body and maturity; check sediment before decanting.

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Cellar & service

Winemaking & development

Extraction, oak and harvest choices can create very different weights.

Service & ageing

For dry reds, start lightly cool and adjust to body and maturity; check sediment before decanting.

Pairing logic

Match tannin and freshness to the food’s weight, sauce and fat.

Practice