{"id":528,"date":"2023-09-12T15:01:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T15:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.valenciaandgo.com\/?p=528"},"modified":"2026-03-14T13:01:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T13:01:27","slug":"visit-utiel-requena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.valenciaandgo.com\/en\/visitar-utiel-requena\/","title":{"rendered":"5 reasons to visit Utiel-Requena in autumn: the land of Valencian wine"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you were to ask any wine-loving person When is the best time to visit Utiel-Requena?<\/strong>, I would definitely say September or October.<\/p>\n

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That's why we tell you 5 reasons to visit Utiel-Requena in autumn<\/strong>, A special season that comes at the height of the grape harvest and when the landscapes are transformed. It is the most eagerly awaited time of the year for winegrowers<\/strong>Everything is ready to harvest and give life to your most precious creations.<\/p>\n

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Utiel-Requena <\/strong>is a corner of Spain, located in the inland part of the Valencian Community, where the tradition and passion for wine<\/strong> have been intertwined since ancient times. It is considered a Protected Designation of Origin for the uniqueness of its wines and its precious history.<\/p>\n

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In the inland area of Utiel-Requena,<\/strong> Wine is not just a drink; it's a way of life. The locals have turned it into art, and each winery is a canvas on which the most exquisite flavours and aromas are painted, ranging from vine-dotted hillsides to centuries-old cellars.<\/p>\n

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In the summer, the sun caresses the vines, and in autumn<\/strong>, the leaves are dyed in gold and red colours<\/strong>, creating a visual spectacle that you can only experience at this time of year.<\/p>\n

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But before we give you the 5 reasons why you should visit Utiel-Requena in autumn, we will tell you two details<\/strong> so you can get to know her a little better...<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Its tradition is one of the oldest in the world<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The wine tradition<\/strong> of this Valencian region dates back to millennia: archaeological remains show that wine production in Utiel-Requena is among the oldest in the world, dating back to the Iberian period<\/strong>, This means that there has been a strong winemaking tradition for more than a century. 2,400 years.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The following are still preserved in perfect condition Utiel-Requena caves<\/strong>, A historical treasure that has played a key role in the production and storage of wine over the centuries. Known locally as \u00abcuevas bodegas\u00bb or \u00abunderground cellars\u00bb, they are an integral part of the region's rich winemaking tradition. For centuries, local wine-growing families have dug these caves in the clay and limestone soil<\/strong> of the region to create underground spaces ideal for wine storage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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The cavities offered optimal conditions for wine ageing. By maintaining a constant and cool temperature <\/strong>throughout the year, which is essential for the proper maturation of the wine. In addition, the humidity is ideal for preserving the barrels and bottles in perfect condition.<\/p>\n

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And they are still in use!<\/p>\n

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In the land of Utiel-Requena<\/strong> a very special grape variety growsBobal. <\/strong>But, what makes it so desirable?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Bobal grape is unique to this region and is renowned for its resilience and capacity<\/strong> to adapt to the extreme climatic conditions of the area.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Wines made with Bobal have intense flavours<\/strong> and rich. It is a\u00a0very productive vine due to the size of its clusters<\/strong>, It is 3 to 5 times larger than the Cabernet grape. Its aroma is fresh, giving excellent ros\u00e9s and increasingly better reds and aged wines.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Although the 80% of red production<\/strong> in the region is due to the authentic Bobal variety, you can also find varieties such as Tempranillo, Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot or Macabeo, among others.<\/p>\n