Before the international explosion of the Toro Denomination of Origin, which now showcases its wines on the most demanding tables in the world, Bodegas Sobreño (1998) paved a path towards elegance and subtlety, moving away from the traditional powerful wines of the region.
With the experience of their Rioja initiative, the San Ildefonso family embarked in the nineties on a search for high-quality vineyards across the country with one basic requirement: the variety had to be tempranillo, and the vineyard had to be the key to the success of the wines of the new project. The search ended in 1998 when the family arrived in Toro and found a 25-hectare estate where they established the winery. This geographical area stands out for its excellent soil, orography, and altitude, which allow the Tinta de Toro to express itself in all its facets.
In a short time, Bodegas Sobreño gained a reputation thanks to the high scores awarded by the American guru Robert Parker to several of its wines. The success of the winery is based on the quality of its vineyard: over 80 years old—some pre-phylloxera—with very limited production.