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Utiel-Requena wine region

Utiel-Requena wine region

Content produced in partnership with the DO Utiel-Requena

Utiel-Requena is a relative newcomer, both to wine lists and to wine shelves, but winemaking has been taking place in the region as far back as the 7th century BC.

Its indigenous grape variety is the Bobal grape, which accounts for 70% of plantings, but permitted grapes include international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Utiel-Requena: leading the way in Bobal research

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The ValoraBobal project aims to reveal the potential of the Bobal grape and promote DO Utiel-Requena’s old-vine heritage.

By Decanter Staff Last updated 18 September 24
Why DO Utiel-Requena?

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In partnership with the DO Utiel-Requena.

By Decanter Staff Last updated 18 September 24
Utiel-Requena: Organic Champions

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By Simon Field MW Last updated 18 September 24
Exploring the history of Utiel-Requena

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By Simon Field MW Last updated 18 September 24
Five things to know about Utiel-Requena

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In partnership with DO Utiel-Requena.

By Laura Seal Last updated 18 September 24

Spanish rosado & clarete: Panel tasting results

Spain's rosé winemaking tradition shines bright...

By David Williams Last updated 6 September 24
Utiel Requena, the historic lands of Bobal

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By Decanter Staff Published 3 February 22
Utiel-Requena: Meet the producers (I)

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In partnership with the DO Utiel-Requena.

By Chris Losh Last updated 10 March 20
Get to know the Bobal grape

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In partnership with DO Utiel-Requena. Spain’s Bobal grape is a distinctive native variety....

By Simon Field MW Last updated 27 January 20
Understanding DO Utiel-Requena

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In partnership with the DO Utiel-Requena. The new kid on the block...

By Decanter Staff Last updated 27 January 20