{"title":"Bobal Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eBobal is a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spanish-wines\" title=\"Spanish Wine\"\u003eSpanish \u003c\/a\u003ered grape known for deep colour, vibrant berry flavours and fresh acidity with soft tannins. Grown mainly in Utiel Requena it produces juicy youthful wines as well as richer old vine styles. Bobal appeals to fans of expressive Mediterranean reds with both freshness and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pasion-de-bobal-organic75cl","title":"Pasion de Bobal 2023 Organic 75cl","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"106\"\u003ePasión de Bobal, is a barrel-fermented organic Bobal from high-altitude vineyards near Valencia – rich, structured, and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"306\" data-start=\"283\"\u003eMeet the producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"642\" data-start=\"307\"\u003eBodega Sierra Norte’s 67-hectare \u003cstrong data-end=\"367\" data-start=\"340\"\u003eFinca Fuenteseca estate\u003c\/strong\u003e lies on the rugged plateau of Utiel-Requena, nearly 1,000 metres above sea level. With a strong focus on sustainability, the winery follows organic principles and respects the natural ecosystem, producing wines that reflect their unique terroir and native grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"660\" data-start=\"644\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1114\" data-start=\"661\"\u003eMade from the estate’s oldest, low-yielding Bobal vines. These grow in loam plains rich in red clay and Miocene conglomerates, giving natural concentration and structure to the fruit. Older vines are harvested for complexity and depth, while strict yield control preserves balance and quality. The wine is barrel-fermented, then undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for six months in French barriques, adding finesse and gentle oak character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1135\" data-start=\"1116\"\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1387\" data-start=\"1136\"\u003eAromatic and expressive with ripe blackberry, plum, and sweet vanilla. The palate is rich yet balanced, with dark fruits, toasty oak, smooth tannins, and a lifted, generous finish. A fine example of how Bobal can deliver both structure and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"1389\"\u003eFood match\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1406\"\u003ePerfect with full-flavoured beef or lamb dishes, hard cheeses, or a spread of charcuterie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1678\"\u003eGrape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1702\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003eBobal 100%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pasion de Bobal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250674532695,"sku":"110736","price":15.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/Pasion_de_Bobal_2023_Organic_75cl.jpg?v=1773316537"},{"product_id":"bassus-finca-casilla-herrera-hispano-suizas-75cl","title":"Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera 2015 Hispano Suizas 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a deep, dark and rich blend from Eastern Spain. Made up from 30% Bobal, 20% Petit Verdot and 20% Syrah, 15% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc which are all grown on the vineyard. After harvest, 3 days of cold storage they go through a gentle pressing process and fermented. They are all matured for 10 months separately before being blended together and matured for a further 10 months in French Allier and American Oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a ripe red wine with aromas of toasty vanilla and balsamic sharpness. The palate is full and rich with red berry and black fruit notes throughout. It is a well balanced wine with good acidity and structure that comes with a lightly smoky and long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for roasted veg or roasted red meats and steak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegs Hispano+Suiza","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250806194519,"sku":"117838","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_8357-bassus-finca-casilla-herrera.jpg?v=1753185719"},{"product_id":"murviedro-sericis-cepas-viejas-bobal-75cl","title":"Murviedro Sericis Cepas Viejas Bobal 2021 75cl","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eA complex, low-yielding old vine Bobal from eastern Spain. This indigenous grape variety is gaining increasing recognition for its vibrant, characterful style. The name \u003cem data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eSericis\u003c\/em\u003e pays homage to the silk trade, which was once central to the economy of Requena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eMeet the producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eBodegas Murviedro was founded in Valencia in 1927 as the Spanish subsidiary of the Swiss Schenk Group. Over the decades, it has become one of the region’s most important producers, combining traditional Spanish grape varieties with modern winemaking techniques to craft wines that truly reflect their origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eExclusively crafted from low-yielding old vine Bobal grown in the \u003cem data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eMedio Día\u003c\/em\u003e area, where chalk and clay soils with little organic matter produce small but highly concentrated harvests. The combination of long sunshine hours and marked diurnal temperature shifts further enhances flavour intensity. After destemming and gentle pressing, the grapes undergo a long maceration at controlled temperatures. Malolactic fermentation follows, with ageing in new French Allier oak barrels for eight months to add depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eRipe aromas of dark fruits layered with subtle spice. The palate is bold yet balanced, offering juicy plum and bramble fruit alongside toasty oak complexity. Chunky in texture, with finely woven tannins and plenty of fruit intensity, giving both power and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eFood match\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003ePerfect with roast lamb or beef, and structured enough to handle dishes with spice or rich sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eGrape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eBobal 100%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murviedro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51251041173847,"sku":"121108","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_13038-Sericis-Bobal.jpg?v=1753189150"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/collections\/bobal-wines.oembed","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}