Bodegas Franco Españolas
Founded in 1890
Strategically located along the Ebro river in front of the iconic Iron Bridge - which in the nineteenth century Praxedes Mateo Sagasta, the former chairman of Rioja government, was responsible for raising - is this winery founded in 1890. It dates back to the time of the alliance between Rioja and Bordeaux French, struggling to eradicate phylloxera invaded Europe in the nineteenth century.
The French-inspired building, excellent example of classical architecture, invites visitors to enter inside. Its lovely openwork provide spaces where history merges with the art of wine making ...
The history of the denomination of origin Rioja is concentrated in this beautiful and always impressive cellar.
Data Winery
Web of winery:
www.francoespanolas.com
Address of the winery:
Cabo Noval, 2 (Logroño - 26006 - La Rioja - La Rioja - España)
Phone winery:
(34) 941251300 |
Mobile winery:
No Data
Fax cellar:
(34) 941262948
Person in charge of the winery:
No Data
Winemaker:
D. Carlos Estrecha
Barrels:
15000 Barrels
Acres:
50 Acres
Production Capacity:
No Data
National Distribution:
75%
International Distribution:
25%
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Brands
RIOJA BORDON, ROYAL, BORDON D'ANGLADE, BARBARO, EXCELSO, VIÑA SOLEDAD, RINSOL, DIAMANTE.
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Wines
Diamante Blanco Semidulce 2010
RIOJA qualified Designation of Origin
The Diamond is a good Rioja wine, made from indigenous varieties Viura and Malvasia region. After harvesting the grapes are fermented with the skin in stainless steel tanks, this makes the most of the grapes express their qualities, after fermentation stops to achieve the typical sweet and exquisite touch which characterizes the Diamond.
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