The Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin turns 40 in 2022. During all this time, winegrowers and winemakers have been involved in rigorous control processes to promote the vineyards and the quality of one of the most prestigious wines in the world.

The D.O. Ribera del Duero extends across 4 provinces: Soria, Valladolid, Segovia and Burgos, following the Duero River basin, in an area of ​​land approximately 115 km from east to west and about 35 km from north to the south. More than 300 wineries produce their wines under the D.O. Ribera del Duero seal.

In these lands bathed by the Duero River, winemaking began with the Phoenicians, although the first historical record dates back 2,500 years and has been Found in the Vaccean site of the ancient city of Pintia, in Padilla de Duero.

A land where the climate and the characteristics of the soil make its wines exceptional.

The cold of winter, which delays the sprouting of the vines, as well as the difference in temperature that occurs in summer between day and night, balances the ripening process of the grape, and makes the harvest, one of the latest, provide bunches that stand out for their quality.

The Denomination of Origin was granted in 1982, born among a group of winemakers who created the bases and the regulation to guarantee excellent wines.

In the wines of the Ribera del Duero, the Tempranillo grape predominates, since its presence must be 75%, although other varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Garnacha tinta and Albillo mayor are grown, but in smaller proportions.

In this wonderful Bodegas Federico was founded in 1986 in the heart of the Ribera del Duero, in the heart of the Ribera del Duero, in this land where 9% of the vines are over 80 years old. A family winery that takes great care of the fruit of its work, its 100% wines. % Tempranillo, a perfect blend of nature, technique and the wisdom that tradition brings.