El Lagar offers a journey through time, blending traditional and artisanal techniques with cutting-edge methods and state-of-the-art technology. As a starting point, the experience begins with a visit to the impressive 16th-century stone winepress, where its founders crafted their first wines in 1972 as a tribute to their hometown, Pesquera de Duero.
There are few better ways to immerse yourself in Ribera del Duero and understand its historical evolution than through Tinto Pesquera, the Familia Fernández Rivera winery that pioneered Tempranillo winemaking methods and played a key role in the growth of this Designation of Origin.
Through Vindesía, the family group's wine tourism brand, El Lagar experience offers a journey through time, blending traditional and artisanal techniques with cutting-edge methods and state-of-the-art technology. The experience begins with a visit to the impressive 16th-century stone winepress, where its founders crafted their first wines in 1972 as a tribute to their hometown, Pesquera de Duero.
After an enriching tour through the winery’s different production areas—from the historic spaces to the most modern and innovative—visitors can enjoy a tasting of the winery’s most iconic wines, such as Tinto Pesquera Crianza, Tinto Pesquera Reserva, and Tinto Pesquera MXI. These wines are crafted from Tempranillo grapes grown at varying altitudes, giving each one a unique and distinctive character.
The tastings are always accompanied by a selection of handcrafted local products, further enhancing this immersive experience.
More information on schedules available at www.vindesia.com
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Guided tour of our Balcona winery vineyards, in the vicinity of the winery.
Commented tasting of 4 organic wines of limited production: Mabal Rosado, Mabal Blanco plus two Red Wines accompanied by local artisan products.
