Libre y Salvaje does not seek to reclaim the past. It aims to prove that it is still possible to shape the future through respect for the land, the people, and the identity of a region that has never ceased to have something meaningful to say. There was a time when these hillsides began to fall silent. Abandoned vineyards, forgotten paths, and a landscape that seemed resigned to fading away. Libre y Salvaje was born to alter that fate. Every vineyard we restore is a way of bringing life back to the Sierra de Algairén
We do not pursue the easiest plots, but rather those that still retain a memory. Old Garnacha and Cariñena vines, cultivated amidst stone, wild scrub, and wind, where each vine has survived thanks to a balance that nature has spent decades building.
Every decision made within the winery stems from the very idea that sparked this project: to intervene only when necessary. We allow the vineyard to speak naturally so that each wine preserves the landscape, the vintage, and the individual character of the plot from which it originates.
Restoring an 18th-century palace was never simply a matter of architecture. It was about restoring a piece of Almonacid de la Sierra’s history to its rightful place, enabling our guests to understand that wine is also built upon the memories of the people who once inhabited this land.
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libre y salvaje
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Since 1903, four generations have shared the same philosophy of winemaking: caring for the land, respecting each vintage, and working with the same passion that gave birth to this winery in the heart of Cariñena.
Our vineyards stretch from 600 to 850 metres above sea level, where the Cierzo wind, scarce rainfall and stony soils shape the character of every grape. A demanding landscape that, year after year, reminds us that great wines are always born in extraordinary places.
Garnacha is part of our story because it is part of the story of Cariñena. Over generations, we have learned to understand each vineyard plot in order to express the personality of a variety that finds one of its most authentic homes here.
Among tanks, barrels and winemaking rooms, more than a century of experience goes hand in hand with a forward-looking vision. We embrace innovation when it adds value, but we never forget that the best technology is still knowing each vineyard as if it were one of a kind.
We continue writing the same story that began in 1903, convinced that the future of wine is built by keeping its roots alive. Every bottle bears our name—the name of a family that has preserved its legacy generation after generation, honouring the place that makes it all possible.
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Hnos. Torcal is an Aragonese family winery established in 1887. Originally from Morata de Jalón, it is currently located in the DOP Cariñena. A winery led for decades by enterprising women, with a great passion for wine and respect for tradition.
Since our beginnings we dedicated ourselves to bulk, making great wines for great wineries. In 2016 we started our own elaborations, betting on expressive, different wines and with a careful image and brands inspired by Aragonese history: Cachirulo, Marqués de Fuendetodos and Aromas del Pilar.
Currently the fifth generation is at the helm of the company, a young team that has taken over learning from the experience and tradition of the family in the world of wine.
Hnos Torcal owns120 hectares of vineyards with different varieties: Garnacha, Cariñena, Syrah, Tempranillo, Cabernet, Merlot, Macabeo and Chardonnay. Most of our plots are located at more than 600 m altitude. Our vineyard plots are adjoining and make up almost a joint unit of land.
We dedicate all our efforts to producing quality wines. Our wines are a reflection of the wisdom and love for good wine for 200 years.
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torcal
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Founded in 1995 by Santiago Gracia Ysiegas in the region of Cariñena, 45 km south of Zaragoza, in Spain. The Gracia Campillo family are the fifth generation of winegrowers.
100 hectares of vineyards with the traditional Spanish varieties: Grenache (red and white), Tempranillo, Cariñena and Muscat and French varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Chardonnay, grown in trellis and glass. Organic agriculture following the guidelines of the European Union and officially certified in 2015. Our vineyards lie at an altitude of 500-600 m asl. We produce unique wines thanks to our microclimate and terroir, with a marked contrast of over 15 °C between daytime and night-time temperatures.
We use drip irrigation at night to make the most of our production and balance out the lack of precipitation. Planting a cover crop in alternate years among the Urbezo vines prevents fungal diseases. We use organic fertilizer, adding in fermented marc.
Complex soils with an exclusive terroir and excellent drainage to provide our wines with minerals and intense fruity aromas. The result of the proximity of the Sierra de Algairén and the winds off the Moncayo. SEE ALL WINERIES
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SOLAR DE URBEZO
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Bodega San Valero focuses on native varieties (Garnacha and Cariñena), accounting for 70% of the cultivation. A long tradition in the region has its advantages: about 20% of our Garnacha is classified as "old vines", ranging from 30 to 100 years old, and located at extreme altitudes and on very rocky soils.
The winery has been a benchmark in the area since 1944. It is the oldest of its kind in Cariñena, meaning some of the most outstanding vines in the area have been cultivated for over 75 years.
The winery manages 500 winegrowers who together cultivate over 4,000 hectares of vineyard as active members of the cooperative. 90% of the vineyards are in the environs of the winery facility, close to the town of Cariñena. The winery is considered one of the most advanced and sustainable in Cariñena, combining passion and a respect for tradition with the most modern winemaking techniques in Europe.
Bodega San Valero represents about 27% of the entire PDO Cariñena. 100% of the production comes from the property. Its more than 18,000 French and American oak barrels make it the largest wine plant in Aragon. SEE ALL WINERIES
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BODEGA SAN VALERO
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The origins of Bodegas Paniza lie in the town from which it takes its name, Paniza. Almost 70 years ago in this small town near Zaragoza we set out on an adventure to offer the world the best of this land: our wine.
The vineyards of Bodegas Paniza are located within the territory encompassed by the Cariñena Protected Designation of Origin and cover about 3,000 hectares.
Our vines mature at a higher altitude than any other vineyard within the Cariñena Protected Designation of Origin.
There is great variety in the geological composition of the soil and undersoil where our vines grow. This is dependent on the altitude at which the vineyards are located. The lower areas are home to brown-limestone soils, sandstones and clays. However, slate soil prevails higher up (up to 850m), where the oldest vines grow.
There are various ranges of products at Bodegas Paniza. Our wines range from the young (specially created for beginners in the world of wine) to the signature aged (much more complex and developed, ideal for those looking for the perfect harmony between tradition, modernity and elegance). We have a management system that is based around three key factors: quality, promotion of the local economy and respect for the environment. Bodegas Paniza has close links to the land from which its vineyards are born and its humble origin, but at the same time it is an outward looking winery that has great international vocation. We are working hard every day to internationalise; hence, our wines are already enjoyed in over 58 countries around the world. SEE ALL WINERIES
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BODEGAS PANIZA
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To be a centenarian is to walk the same land that our ancestors trod, to take care of the same vines that were once cared for by wise heads in the past.
The ageing rooms - old and renovated - where the family's knowledge is fondly protected.
Our motto is one that comprises the flavour of this land. Our wines are marked by the native vines that cling to the soil on gentle hills.
To be a centenarian means winding along with time. Our grandparents transported their wines by hand and today we export them all over the world, but with the same philosophy.
And just along the way, a sheltered nook benefiting greatly from facing the sun. Wine has been cultivated on this land since time immemorial and knowing its secrets excites us.
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VIÑEDOS Y BODEGAS PABLO
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A spectacular sunset over the Sierra de Algairen, as seen from our vineyards.
Old vineyards, the soul of our wines and the essence of our winery.
The elaboration process of our wines.
Ramp in the winery that was once used to lower barrels into our ageing room.
Main fireplace in our winery This was once used to maintain temperatures throughout the year, but particularly during winter. This meant the wine would not be exposed to significant changes in temperature SEE ALL WINERIES
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LUIS MARÍN
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Over half a century ago, between 1950 and 1967, winegrowers from different municipalities in the Cariñena region formed the five cooperatives and entities that gave rise to "Grandes Vinos" in 1997.
A dream come true lies behind every bottle, one that is the result of the coming together of the over 700 families of winemakers who comprise "Grandes Vinos". Sharing their work and know-how, they create wines that combine tradition and innovation, and know no bounds.
The "cariñena" is the most emblematic variety of grape grown in the vineyards of "Grandes Vinos", a variety that gives life and personality to our wines. And then there is the grenache, another grape from hereabouts which constitutes a fundamental part of our production. A rich and varied landscape full of vineyards of all ages, some over a century old, growing at different altitudes between 320 and 850 meters above sea level, set among a distinctly unique terrain.
While talking about "Grandes Vinos" speaks to a unique land, tradition, sun, rain, effort and dedication, above all, it is a thing of passion. Passion for wine and all that entails. A passion that unifies, allowing us to enjoy and share the best moments of our lives. SEE ALL WINERIES
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GRANDES VINOS
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Founded in 2003 and belonging to the Cariñena PDO, Bodegas Esteban Martín is an exciting family winery that is an innovative pioneer in environmental sustainability. Located at the foot of the Sierra de Algairén, the climate in this area is quite extreme, with the northerly wind (Cierzo) and very hot summers and very cold winters.
Measuring almost 300 hectares, the vineyards are family-owned. Three generations of the family are involved in the everyday work.
The winery is committed to quality wine and has a deep respect for nature, seeking a balance between the environment, climate, vine and land. It is IFS and VEGAN certified. It was awarded the best Winery in Aragon 2020 and the Most Sustainable Winery in Spain 2020.
Esteban Martín's wines are fresh, fruity, singular and honest; quality and environmentally friendly. Thus, 30% of the area is allocated to organic vineyards and the environmental impact has been reduced. The winery has numerous awards from the most prestigious international competitions.
Bodegas Esteban Martín is largely a team project. Our family business unites many people whose daily tasks tackle the different stages of winemaking, pursuing a common goal.
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ESTEBAN MARTÍN
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