We are too far apart, and don’t know the full story of the family feud during his last year’s of life, so will only focus on the legacy of his prime during the 1980-1990s. Spanish wine, and yes also food, wasn’t popular, and this one man’s mission made a great impact, at the same timeContinue reading “The legendary Alejandro Fernandez”
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Old School Heritage from Toro
Alejandro Fernandez began his winemaking career without any formal education. His foresight to reignite the old vineyards of Ribera del Duero has brought international fame for many in the region. The Bodegas Pesquera (1972) and Condada de Hazo (1995) aren’t small but still dwarf his 3rd estate near Zamorra in Toro. This D.O was establishedContinue reading “Old School Heritage from Toro”