We LOVE finding wines like this.
Soulful and approachable, rich yet bright, spiced and earthy; absolutely perfect for this chilly time of year. Also, it’s sustainably and organically farmed and remarkably well-made.
-Hand harvested from 50-year-old vines
-Native yeast fermentation
-Aged half in concrete/half in used oak barrels (American oak, as one often finds in Spanish winemaking)
Sure, up to this point, it sounds like any number of the wines you might find in one of our emails. But there are two factors that make this wine particularly interesting.
The grape, and the price.
One of the three most-planted grapes in Spain, Bobal typically yields wines of the “cheap and cheerful” variety: easy drinking, simple, and often, rather mass-produced.
Regular: $14.99
Sale: $13.99
"Beautifully concentrated aromas of bright blackberry and raspberry, whisps of wood smoke and toasted cracked pepper, and wet autumn leaves over rich forest floor. This silky, almost full-bodied wine has just enough acidity to perfectly complement the roundness of the fruit, and tannins just shy of medium-plus with a rustic, youthful edge.
At 14%, the alcohol is perfectly incorporated, as the wine drinks warm and cozy, with no hot or sharp edges to be found. The finish is long and spiced, earthy and straight-up soulful. Substantially more complex than many wines priced double the modest fare of this Valencian gem. Pair this with firm cheese like Manchego, earthy root veggies, seared sirloin tips, or grilled pork."
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