Bodegas Faustino
Eleuterio Martinez Arzok, a visionary pioneer filled with ambition and dreams, laid the foundation for the family's winemaking legacy on the land of Oyon in Rioja Alavesa in 1861, marking the beginning of an era of glorious heritage. Faustino Martinez Perez took over the reins in 1930, personally bottling the family's fine wines.
In the 1960s, the first wines were exported to Austria, signaling a new era of internationalization for the winery. Over its 150-year winemaking history, Faustino wines have earned the trust and admiration of the Spanish royal family. Renowned for their exceptional taste and superior quality, Faustino wines have won the favor of the Spanish royal family, triumphing in blind tastings and becoming the chosen wine for royal weddings.
Today, Bodegas Faustino boasts 650 hectares of premium vineyards in Rioja Alavesa, with its wines reaching over 100 countries worldwide, establishing itself as a leading brand of Rioja Gran Reserva. However, the winery does not rest on its laurels but continues to explore and innovate. The latest releases stand as proof of this commitment:
- Gran Faustino 1955
- Faustino Art Collection Willy Ramos Edition
- Icon Reserva Especial (the newly released 2014 vintage is only the second of its kind)
Bodegas Faustino, as a shining gem in the Spanish wine industry, not only upholds the tradition and cultural heritage but also boldly ventures into exploration and innovation. While maintaining its foundations, it actively engages with the new generation of consumers and wine enthusiasts, aiming to spark more creative ideas through collaborations with artists worldwide, thus continuing the illustrious legacy of Faustino.
Bodegas Faustino Honors:
- Chosen as the official wine supplier for royal weddings of the Spanish royal family
- Recognized as the "star of Rioja" winery, one of the most famous Rioja brands worldwide
- Listed in the "Encyclopedia of Wine" as one of Spain's most distinguished wineries worth experiencing
- Faustino I Gran Reserva wine selected among the top ten premium wines in Spain
- Among the top ten premium wines in Spain, exclusive to Michelin three-star restaurants, and recipient of numerous international awards.
