Grapevines Bobal

Detailed description.

The Bobal is widespread in viticulture in the Central Spain and Levante Region and specifically in the Utiel-Requena Designation of Origin.

Synonymies

It is also known as: Boal, Bogal, Boral, Bovatí, Canonao, Provechón, Requena, Requeno.

Its Clusters:

• They are large, with very marked shoulders.
• Very compact, with berries of uniform size.
• With short and well lignified peduncle.

Berries:

• Medium to large in size, spherical in shape, occasionally flattened.
• With very dark epidermis, blue-black.
• Thick and consistent skin, which gives it resistance to diseases.
• With uncolored, soft and very juicy pulp.
• It has a fruity flavor that tends to herbaceous.

Strains:

• Very vigorous, lying habit.
• Its wood is very thick and reddish brown.
• It is characterized by its high fertility and high production.

Phenology:

• It presents a late sprouting.
• Its maturation is medium-late.

Bobal agricultural characteristics:

• Bobal is not very sensitive to downy mildew and fungal diseases of wood.
• It is sensitive to the cluster moth.
• It is a vine variety that is very resistant to drought.
• Due to its resistance to pests and diseases and its adaptation to hot and dry climates, it is an optimal variety for organic viticulture.

Oenological Potential:

• Bobal grapes give wines with a good aroma, an intense dark cherry color with violet tones, intense aromas with herbaceous and fruity tones, and relatively high acidity.
• Suitable for rosé wines that are very aromatic, fruity and pleasant.
• The reds, with a high layer, are astringent, lively and full-bodied.
• Good results are being obtained in the production of fresh and fruity rosés.
• Suitable for aging in barrels.
• It is often used as a base for excellent young red wines.