Spanish Grapes
Bobal
Bobal is a Spanish red wine grape, native to the Utiel-Requena region in Valencia.
It is Spain's third most planted grape variety behind Tempranillo and Airén.
Bobal Primary Aromas
Young Bobal wines often burst with fresh fruit flavors like dark cherry, raspberry, and blackberry. In mature wines, the fruit flavors are more concentrated and jammy, with plum and blackcurrant notes. A distinct licorice or anise flavor can sometimes be detected.
 Black Cherry |
 Raspberry |
 Blackberry |
 Pomegranate |
 Blueberry |
 Black Currant |
 Plum |
 Licorice |
A subtle floral note (violet) often adds an aromatic complexity to the wine. Notes of thyme, rosemary, or lavender can reflect the local terroir. Spicy pepper hints often add complexity in the most robust wines.
 Violet |
 Herbs |
 Pepper |
Secondary Aromas
In wines that undergo oak aging, cinnamon and clove notes can emerge, and you will find secondary flavors of chocolate, mocha, and coffee.
 Cinnamon |
 Cloves |
 Chocolate |
 Cocoa |
TertiaryAromas
 Barrel |
 Dried Fruit |
 Leather |
Bobal Profile
Bobal is naturally fruity and high in acidity:
| BODY: | Medium - Plus |
| TANNINS: | Medium - Plus |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
| ALCOHOL: | 12 - 13% ABV |
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Sugar: 3 g/l Serving temperature: 15-16°C (59-61°F) |
Bobal wines from Valencia offer a diverse and rich profile, characterized by a blend of fresh and jammy red and dark fruits, floral and herbal notes, and a firm tannic structure.
Bobal Food Pairing
 Salami |
 Ham |
 Chicken |
 Turkey |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Veal |
 Beef |
Bobal is a food friendly wine.
Excellent Pairings
Smoked Meat.BBQ. Chicken. Turkey.
Spicy Meatballs.
Moroccan Lamb Tagine.
Rabbit. Pork. Lamb. Veal.
Chargrilled. Roasted. Beef.
Cheeses
Medium Cheeses.
Manchego. Aged Gouda. Parmesan.
Spanish Specialities:
Valencian Paella (Authentic paella with Rabbit, Sausages, Chicken, and Garlic.
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The Ideal Glass for Bobal
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
About Bobal
Bobal is big in the Valencia region (DO Manchuela and DO Utiel-Requena).
The name is derived from latin "Bovale" (Bull's Head).
Bobal should not be confused with Bovale Grande and Bovale Sardo (Sardegna) in Italy.
Due to the similar name Bobal is often mistaken with Bovale grape from Sardegna. Recent studies showed that Bovale Grande is similar to Carignano, Cariñena and Mazuela.
Bobal has a special good acidity that helps in the winemaking process, especially for sparkling rosé wines (Rosado), and it's resistent to drought.
Known for bulk wine production, it can be vinified in a stronger version thanks to the "doble pasta" (double paste) method: the grape skins used to produce rosé are added to the red wine tanks, so the skin contact increases and adds color, tannins and alcohol.
About Bobal
Bobal is big in the Valencia region (DO Manchuela and DO Utiel-Requena).
The name is derived from latin "Bovale" (Bull's Head).
Bobal should not be confused with Bovale Grande and Bovale Sardo (Sardegna) in Italy.
Due to the similar name Bobal is often mistaken with Bovale grape from Sardegna. Recent studies showed that Bovale Grande is similar to Carignano, Cariñena and Mazuela.
Bobal has a special good acidity that helps in the winemaking process, especially for sparkling rosé wines (Rosado), and it's resistent to drought.
Known for bulk wine production, it can be vinified in a stronger version thanks to the "doble pasta" (double paste) method: the grape skins used to produce rosé are added to the red wine tanks, so the skin contact increases and adds color, tannins and alcohol.
Wine Region Valencia
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Valencia is a small wine region located at the sunny east coast of Spain.
It is known the world around for being the spiritual home of Paella.
Valencia DO
The most common wines in Valencia are white, like easy drinking wines made from Macabeo and the local Merseguera grape.
Easy drinking reds include Monastrell, Garnacha.
Keep an eye out for good quality sweet dessert wines like Moscatel de Alejandra.
Utiel-Requena DO
In Utiel-Requena, the Bobal grape variety occupies 80% of the vineyards.
Bobal is the second most planted red grape in Spain.
Alicante DO
As in other grape growing regions in Valencia region, Monastrell is the predominant variety, though Garnacha and Merseguera are also present.
Yecla DO
Yecla is notable for its extensive use of the red Monastrell grape, and it is traditionally known as the home of Monastrell in Spain.
Black Grapes
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White Grapes
Merseguera |
Red Wines
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White Wines
Garnacha Blanca |
Soil
Hilly |
Climate
Continental Climate |
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