Bobal grape variety

The Spanish Bobal comes from the Utiel-Requena wine-growing region near Valencia. Its thick-skinned grapes make it resistant to drought. They are also responsible for the almost opaque purple colour, high tannins and plenty of structure. Typical flavours are dark berries, such as cherry and plum, accompanied by spicy and herbal notes. The variety is often blended with Tempranillo or Garnacha to give the cuvées more colour and structure. In recent years, however, there has also been an increase in single-varietal Bobals, as they reflect the terroir of their origin well. In keeping with its strong character, the variety shows its strengths above all with appropriate dishes. Intensive braised beef, lamb or game dishes are its domain.