La Comarca de Utiel-Requena

La Comarca de Utiel-Requena is an administrative region in Valencia Province with several municipalities spread across rolling hills and valleys. The area sits positioned between the Mediterranean coastal plains and the higher plateau terrain inland, with vineyards dominating the landscape.

The region originally belonged to the Crown of Castile as part of the province of Cuenca before becoming part of Valencia Province in 1851. This administrative reorganization reshaped its territorial identity.

The region has long centered on wine production, with Bobal grapes defining the local landscape and economy. Today, visitors can see this heritage reflected in the vineyards and wineries that shape how people live and work here.

The region is well accessible through the Requena-Utiel railway station, which offers connections to major cities nearby. Visitors can explore the area easily by car or train and find numerous wineries open to visitors throughout the region.

Archaeological evidence shows grapevines have been grown in this area since ancient times, making it one of Spain's oldest continuous wine regions. The Bobal grape variety thrives in this climate and has become the signature grape of the area.

Location: Valencia Province

Capital city: Requena

Elevation above the sea: 894 m

Shares border with: Camp de Túria, Hoya de Buñol, Los Serranos, El Valle de Cofrentes-Ayora

GPS coordinates: 39.49056,-1.21333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:41