This organic and vegan Spanish red is made with the Bobal grape - Bobal literally translating as 'bulls head' as the ripe bunch of grapes forms the shape of elongated head with horns sticking out from the side. This is one of those grape varieties that is widely planted but not normally seen on the label as it usually forms part of a blend - it's high levels of tannin and acidity mean its taste can be mouth-drying and mouth watering at the same time. So expect light fruity flavours of cherry then liquorice, followed by creamy coffee and earthiness. It also has high levels of the resverterol, the 'good' chemical found in red wines high in tannin, that helps protect your arteries and heart.
Extreme Bobal 2018 review
- 4
- Type: Red wine
- Grape variety: Other
- Vintage: 2018
- Country: Spain
- Special characteristics: Organic, Vegan
- Region: Manchuela
- Supplier: Co-op
- Price when reviewed: 10
- What the label says: round, ripe yet vibrant
- Alcohol %: 14
- Format: Bottle with natural cork
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