"Over the years, I have learned that we need to return to the origins. We must make wines with less technique. I don't like perfect wines because technical perfection implies the loss of the wine's personality."
Professional career
One of the greatest winemakers of all time and one of the most influential figures in the history of modern Spanish wine. Three decades of vintages at the legendary Vega Sicilia, creator of the red Alión, precursor of Bodegas Mauro and Maurodos... All accolades fall short in defining his remarkable career.
Work
Co-owner and technical director.
Training
Studies at the Escuela de la Vid y el Vino de Madrid.