At a glance

Producer

Mas de l'Aube

Region

Utiel-Requena, Valencia, Spain

Grape variety

Bobal

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$15-$25

Tasting profile

Ripe dark berry and plum fruits with earthy undertones, hints of spice, and smooth oak integration.

Evolution: Fruits will continue to soften with increased tertiary aromas of leather, tobacco, and forest floor developing.

At peak: Balanced structure with silky tannins and complex aromatic layers.

Structure

Acidity

Medium

Tannins

Medium to firm

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

8-12 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2017 to 2022

Optimal window

2015 to 2024

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Good condition with developed tertiary notes and balanced tannins

The Bobal grape’s natural acidity and tannins combined with careful winemaking and the 2011 vintage structure allow the wine to develop complexity over 10-12 years, peaking now or soon.

Food pairing

Grilled red meats, lamb, hearty stews, mature cheeses, and dishes with Spanish spices.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To soften tannins and open up aromatic complexity after aging.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

The producer uses sustainable vineyard practices including reduced chemical treatments and efforts to maintain biodiversity; packaging is standard glass bottles with some recycled content.

While not certified organic or biodynamic, Mas de l'Aube incorporates several sustainable farming approaches aligned with environmental stewardship but lacks formal certification, placing it in a moderate sustainability category.