Isabella Bobal

This beautiful Isabella Bobal red wine is made by none other than Dominio de Punctum. He's no stranger to the Spanish wine region of Castilla La Mancha, specifically in the Ribera del Júcar appellation. The winery is still young, having been founded in 2005 by the Fernández Cifuentes family. They named it Dominio de Punctum, which literally translates to "estate at the crossroads." After all, the winery is located at the intersection of the cities of Cuenca, Ciudad Real, and Albacete. In recent years, the family has invested heavily, resulting in this beautiful Isabella Bobal red wine.

Wood aging for the Bobal grape

For this red Isabella wine, the Bobal grape is grown on old vines. These vines are located in the Ribera del Júcar appellation, known for its hot summers and very cold winters. Because the vineyards are situated at high altitude, the bunches are also exposed to the cooling wind, away from the warm hours of sunshine. This provides the necessary cooling during the hot summers, resulting in a long and balanced growing season. When the harvest is ripe, all the bunches are harvested in the morning and immediately taken to Dominio de Punctum, where they await a gentle pressing. After this, the most important aspect for the Bobal grape is the long oak aging of up to six months. American oak barrels are used, which are better suited to the characteristics of the Bobal grape. After this period, the red Isabella Bobal is ready to drink.

This Isabella Bobal is deliciously fruity and full.

It became a well-known wine immediately after its first harvest. A renowned wine writer described it as full-bodied and aromatic with considerable structure. We noticed the same when we opened the bottle: refined aromas of strawberry and raspberry emerged, accompanied by a light hint of spice. Its color is beautiful in the glass, revealing a cherry red with a purple rim. Its aromas are intense when given a little air, suggesting hints of red fruit, vanilla, light spices, and some vanilla notes. Aging in oak barrels imparts hints of vanilla, smoke, and licorice on the palate, along with a touch of spice. The warm, red-fruited finish completes the whole experience.