BODEGAS VIRTUS
Winery in Ribera del Duero
About the Winery
Bodegas Virtus was born from two passions: horses and wine. Founded in 1986 by Paloma Escribano in Ribera del Duero, this boutique winery has been a pioneer in sustainability and chemical-free winemaking, making Paloma one of the first female viticulturists in the region. Today, her son, Iñigo López de la Osa Escribano, leads the winery, which operates with a focus on family tradition, sustainable viticulture, and the unique microclimate of the Duratón River. The connection between horses and wine is deeply rooted in the family's history, offering visitors an experience rich in tradition and elegance.
About the Wines
Bodegas Virtus specializes in wines crafted from 100% Tempranillo and Albillo Mayor, sourced from old vines at high altitudes. Their signature wine, Virtus, undergoes a 36-month aging process in French oak barrels, offering depth and complexity. The Albillo Mayor wine, "El Sueco," is a standout white, aged in French oak for 14 months, providing a rich, nuanced flavor. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture ensures that every bottle reflects the unique terroir of Ribera del Duero.
Book an Experience
Castille and León, Valladolid, Penafiel -
(Ribera del Duero)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Min 1, Max 14
From €30
Castille and León, Valladolid, Penafiel -
(Ribera del Duero)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Min 2, Max 14
From €40
User Reviews (12)
100% recommended
It was a great experience, a super family-run winery with a beautiful history and tradition. The place is wonderful and the girl who gave us the tour was charming. They have some nice touches for the visitor that are appreciated and everything was super pleasant.
As for the wines, we loved them, both the white which surprised us, and the gran reserva which is spectacular.
Without a doubt, it's an experience that is worth it and at a really good price.
As for the wines, we loved them, both the white which surprised us, and the gran reserva which is spectacular.
Without a doubt, it's an experience that is worth it and at a really good price.
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Wonderful
We had a wonderful morning. The tour is individual for the group you book; you're not mixed with other groups.
Although the winery is small, Paqui's explanations were excellent, and the wines were fantastic.
We also went with children, who had a great time.
Although the winery is small, Paqui's explanations were excellent, and the wines were fantastic.
We also went with children, who had a great time.
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Great Tour! Great Wine!!
The tour was very informative about the importance of the ecological approach implemented at the Virtus Bodegas. Thorough walk through of processing of the grape. Beautiful surroundings, very friendly staff, and the tasting room was relaxed and welcoming. Rafael was a great host. And it was all topped - off by a generous tasting of three of their incredible wines. A fun afternoon.
Keep up the good work, Rafael.
Keep up the good work, Rafael.
An out of the ordinary experience!
We were greeted by Javier, none other than the manager!
The tour, excellent; the explanations and the personalized treatment, unique.
The winery itself, a model to follow, and very well run by this great host.
The wines, unforgettable; the white one in particular really surprised me.
The reds, some of the most delicious I have ever had.
I will definitely be back in a few years to try their gran reserva again!
My suggestion is: GO! You won't regret it.
The tour, excellent; the explanations and the personalized treatment, unique.
The winery itself, a model to follow, and very well run by this great host.
The wines, unforgettable; the white one in particular really surprised me.
The reds, some of the most delicious I have ever had.
I will definitely be back in a few years to try their gran reserva again!
My suggestion is: GO! You won't regret it.
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Impressed
Delighted with the place and the person who gave us the explanations.
The quality of the wines, exceptional.
Thank you very much.
I have no suggestion at all.
The quality of the wines, exceptional.
Thank you very much.
I have no suggestion at all.
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Magnificent experience and good wine
The visit to BODEGAS VIRTUS surprised us because of how special the project they are developing is. The tour is completely personalized for our group. Javier, the manager, accompanied and guided us, and he was a magnificent host. The wines we tasted were out of the ordinary.
Totally recommend visiting this winery.
Everything was perfect!!!
Totally recommend visiting this winery.
Everything was perfect!!!
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English Tour
We were met by the host ( sorry can’t remember his name but might be javier ) and we had a wonderful tour of the Bodega which was very interesting and the detail was second to none. We tasted some fabulous wines and the attention at the final tasting was superb.
Spectacular
Excellent experience led by Javier, the winery manager. A kind, friendly person with complete knowledge of the subject, which made the day spectacular.
Going into detail, he explained the origin and history of the winery, we went through the whole process with a stop to try the latest harvests. Afterwards, we moved on to the explanation of the bottling and distribution. At the end, we did a tasting of their three wines with a cured meat pairing and a farewell gift.
We will repeat, for sure.
Totally recommended.
Going into detail, he explained the origin and history of the winery, we went through the whole process with a stop to try the latest harvests. Afterwards, we moved on to the explanation of the bottling and distribution. At the end, we did a tasting of their three wines with a cured meat pairing and a farewell gift.
We will repeat, for sure.
Totally recommended.
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Wine tasting around Peñafiel
We really liked it.
It's very close to Peñafiel and parking is easy.
They explained the whole process to us in detail and showed us the facilities where each step is carried out, from the vines to the final storage.
Then we had a very pleasant tasting with appetizers where they gave us a white, a reserva, and a gran reserva to try, in addition to the one they offered us at the beginning.
A small but interesting winery.
The white wine and the gran reserva, for my taste, were excellent.
It's very close to Peñafiel and parking is easy.
They explained the whole process to us in detail and showed us the facilities where each step is carried out, from the vines to the final storage.
Then we had a very pleasant tasting with appetizers where they gave us a white, a reserva, and a gran reserva to try, in addition to the one they offered us at the beginning.
A small but interesting winery.
The white wine and the gran reserva, for my taste, were excellent.
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Nice tour!
We had lovely tour with Bodegas Virtus marketing manager, who spoke good english and was wery polite and interesting. We were quided thrue whole route how wine is made and recived good understanding about their market. They effort to keep the quality up is impressive. Tasting was perfect, well presented and tasteful :) Wery well spent 2h !
I would have liked that booking confirmation would had adress and time- would be easier.
I would have liked that booking confirmation would had adress and time- would be easier.
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