From Valencia, Spain, comes 2020 La Cueva del Paecado Bobal, a bold red that’s wonderfully food-friendly. Bobal is one of the country’s most planted grapes, and this wine shows off its fruity character with juicy dark fruit notes that fans of Merlot and Syrah are sure to enjoy. Expect powerful aromas of wild berries with earthy hints and floral undertones. The palate shows complexity from the wine’s French oak barrel-aging, with velvety tannins that carry into a long, satisfying finish. Made from old vine grapes grown in vineyards near the Mediterranean coast, this Bobal is the product of ideal growing conditions. Benefiting from a warm climate with influence from the Mediterranean Sea, vineyards are planted in mineral-rich soils and nourished by abundant sunshine. These vines are ripe for producing fruity wines with notable structure and smooth tannins. Lovely for sipping solo, 2020 La Cueva del Paecado Bobal also pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes. Uncork it with medium-hard cheeses, grilled burgers, pan-seared pork chops, and Moroccan lamb tagine.