Bodegas Manzanos

Highlights:

• Establishment: Bodegas Manzanos was founded in 1890 by the Fernández de Manzanos family in Azagra, starting with a small winery of 50,000 liters capacity. Expansion: By the 1940s, the winery expanded to 350,000 liters, and between the 1950s and 1960s, they established Bodegas Viña Marichalar, part of the Rioja appellation, with over 1.5 million liters capacity.
• Modernization: In the 1990s, Víctor Fernández de Manzanos joined the business, bringing formal training in viticulture and enology. He built Winery Marqués de Butrago and Bodegas Manzanos Azagra.
• Leadership: Today, the winery is led by Víctor and David Fernández de Manzanos, along with Laura Mateo. They modernized the business while preserving tradition, producing over 10 million bottles annually.
• Vineyards and Production: Bodegas Manzanos owns and controls extensive vineyards in Rioja and Navarra, focusing on Tempranillo, Garnacha, and other native varieties.
• Winery Description:

Bodegas Manzanos is a family-run winery with a history dating back to 1890 when the Fernández de Manzanos family established a small winery in Azagra. Over the years, they expanded their operations, notably in the 1940s and 1950s-60s with new facilities and the creation of Bodegas Viña Marichalar. In the 1990s, Víctor Fernández de Manzanos Pastor joined the business, bringing formal training in viticulture and enology. Today, Víctor and his brother David lead the company, which has grown significantly, producing over 10 million bottles annually and owning multiple wineries across Rioja and Navarra. They have successfully modernized while preserving traditional winemaking practices

Wine types: Rose, White, Red

Grape Varieties: Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo (Carignan), Viura, Tempranillo Blanco, Chardonnay

Winery Capacity: 20

Facilities: Wine Shop, Romantic Spot, Selfie Spot, Tasting Room, Vineyards, Wine Cellar, Reduced Mobility Access, Free WiFi, Free Parking, Bus Parking, Kids and Family Friendly