Pago de Tharsys Bobal 2023

Olivia Wong — Decent enough for the price

6/10

Got this as part of a mixed case and it's alright. Good structure and the fruit is balanced, not jammy or anything. It's quite warming at 14% so probably more of a winter wine for me. Not bad at all but I wouldn't go out of my way to track it down again.

Rosa Paredes — Surprised by this one

7/10

Never heard of Bobal before but gave this a go after seeing it recommended online. Really expressive nose on it — you can smell it as soon as you pour. There's a nice acidity that keeps it fresh and it's got more going on than most reds at this price. Would happily drink this with pasta or just on its own.

Ravi Krishnan — Solid weeknight red

7/10

Picked this up from my local wine shop because the guy behind the counter said it was great value. He wasn't wrong — really nice fruit flavours and a bit of warmth from the 14% but it doesn't feel boozy. Had it with a slow-cooked beef stew and it was spot on. For under £11 I'd definitely buy it again.