BODEGAS FRANCO ESPAÑOLAS

Bodegas Franco-Españolas was founded in 1890 as a result of collaboration between France and Spain, at a time when the French were seeking to replace their vineyards affected by phylloxera. The first harvest, in 1891, produced iconic wines such as Diamante and Estilo Borgoña (later Rioja Bordón). In 1920, the winery became fully Spanish. Throughout the 20th century, it received illustrious visitors such as King Alfonso XIII and Ernest Hemingway, and expanded its exports after the end of Prohibition in the US. In 1984, it was acquired by Marcos Eguizábal, and since 2016, it has been run by Borja Eguizábal. Today, the winery is a benchmark for wine tourism and culture in La Rioja.

The company offers a wide range of red, white, and rosé wines under the Bordón and Diamante brands, including limited editions and signature wines. Highlights include Bordón Crianza, Bordón Gran Reserva, Diamante Blanco Semidulce, Diamante Crianza, and Diamante de Graciela Reserva. It also sells gourmet products, liqueurs, and brandies, and offers wine tourism experiences such as guided tours, tastings, and events.

The company's mission is to be economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable, with a firm commitment to producing great Rioja wines and protecting the natural environment. Its goals include reducing its carbon footprint, promoting the circular economy, and integrating values such as solidarity, respect, and commitment into all its actions.