Utiel-Requena
The D.O. is located in the west of the province of Valencia, on the inland plateau. In this denomination, red wines dominate: 94% of the vineyard area is planted with red varieties. Among these red varieties, the bobal grape reigns supreme, occupying approximately two-thirds of the vineyard area due to its excellent adaptation to the microclimate of this region.
With bobal, rosé wines are also produced, with a long-standing tradition in the area. White wines are mainly made with macabeo, although in recent years, those made with international grapes like sauvignon blanc and chardonnay have gained prominence. Sparkling wines are also produced in this D.O.
With bobal, rosé wines are also produced, with a long-standing tradition in the area. White wines are mainly made with macabeo, although in recent years, those made with international grapes like sauvignon blanc and chardonnay have gained prominence. Sparkling wines are also produced in this D.O.
Climate
Continental climate with Mediterranean influences, long winters, and mild summers. The average annual temperature is around 14 ºC, and rainfall is scarce (approximately 400 mm annually).
Soil
The soils are mostly reddish-brown in color and composed of limestone, low in organic matter and with good permeability. The hydrographic basins of the Magro River to the north and the Torrubia ravine to the south are distinguished.
Hectares
32560
Annual production
23102900
Location
Valencia
1990
Good
1991
Good
1992
Very Good
1993
Excellent
1994
Very Good
1995
Good
1996
Very Good
1997
Good
1998
Very Good
1999
Very Good
2000
Very Good
2001
Excellent
2002
Very Good
2003
Good
2004
Good
2005
Excellent
2006
Excellent
2007
Very Good
2008
Good
2009
Good
2010
Very Good
2011
Excellent
2012
Excellent
2013
Very Good
2014
Very Good
2015
Very Good
2016
Very Good
2018
Very Good
