With links to winemaking that stretch back 2,600 years, Utiel-Requena’s producers are part of an ongoing legacy. Simon Field MW explores the fascinating history of this Spanish region.
Jumilla: Grapes and flavours
Perfectly suited to the climate and growing conditions of Spain’s high plateau, the Monastrell grape is revered by Jumilla’s winemakers – and a new generation is pioneering the evolution of expressive modern styles.
Regional Guide: Jumilla
A unique combination of climate, soils and topography promotes organic growing on Spain’s high plateau.
Five things to know about Utiel-Requena
With a burgeoning modern winemaking scene and a rich viticultural history, Utiel-Requena is a name to know for any Spanish wine lover.
Utiel-Requena: Meet the producers (II)
Get to know more about the people and the land of Utiel-Requena...
Utiel-Requena: Meet the producers (I)
Get to know more about the people and the land of Utiel-Requena...
Understanding DO Utiel-Requena
Utiel-Requena is the new kid on the block. It is a relative newcomer, both to wine lists and to wine shelves. Its wines, and especially its lively reds and bright rosés, have a refreshingly contemporary feel, making them a welcome entrant to the diversity of the new Spain. Yet winemaking in Utiel-Requena is not in the least new.