Like it's neighbour, Manchuela DO, Ribera del Júrcar was once part of the larger La Mancha appellation. Granted Denominación de Origen status in 2003, grapes grown in this region enjoy a long ripening period, delivering high quality, elegant wines that are largely considered good value. Red grapes rule with Cencibel (Tempranilllo) and Bobal the most prevalent, along with French varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. The small amount of white wine produced here comes from Sauvignon Blanc and Moscatel.
