2022 Bodegas Albero "Isabella" Bobal Red, Ribera del Jucar, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

Isabella presents an intense cherry red hue with a violet tinge,. Dark red fruits, hints of strawberry and raspberry, balanced with smooth toasted notes and spicy, licorice hues. Tasty, fruity wine, well-rounded tannins with light touches of smoky, toasted vanilla. This deep garnet-colored wine has aromas of Chambord, cocoa powder and orange blossom. It is juicy at first sip and the brawny tannins settle in, joined by Luxardo cherry, blackberry pie, dark chocolate, violet and orange-zest flavors. A soft touch of earthiness adds interest to the finish. - Mike DeSimone / WE 90pts This fantastic Bobal comes from a small wine region that most wine maps forget to include. That’s not unexpected as hundreds of tiny and obscure wine regions don’t make the cut. Ribera del Jucar is next to the slightly more famous Manchuela DO where the claim to fame varietal for both of these wine regions is a local varietal, Bobal.  Bobal has always been used locally as a blending grape, but it’s becoming mor