Bodegas Borsao
Zaragoza, Spain
The region’s winemaking history can be traced back to 1203, with the Monastery of Veruela serving as its initial epicenter. The monks played a pivotal role in nurturing vineyards and developing winemaking techniques, shaping the course of viticulture in the area. As the 19th century unfolded, privately-owned wineries began to emerge in the foothills surrounding Veruela, setting the stage for a new era of winemaking.
In the 1950s, economic hardships led to the formation of six cooperatives, uniting small-scale producers and heralding a significant turning point in the region’s winemaking industry. Among these cooperatives was the Cooperative of Borja, founded in 1958, which later gave birth to the renowned Borsao brand. A few years down the line, the cooperatives of Pozuelo and Tabuenca joined forces with Borja, combining their resources and, most notably, their vineyards.
.
.
In 2001, the amalgamation culminated in the establishment of Bodegas Borsao S.A., a limited company. With 700 members becoming shareholders, a dedicated management team was appointed to initiate transformative changes within the winery, from sourcing grapes to revamping wine making facilities.
Today, Bodegas Borsao boasts a team of 375 passionate winegrowers. With their collective experience, abundant resources, and an array of vineyards spanning three wine cellars, a new work philosophy was born, leading to international recognition and acclaim for Borsao. Campo de Borja, established in 1980, encompasses nearly 7,500 hectares of vineyards, with an impressive production of 20-25 million kilograms of grapes annually. The region’s vine-growing assets are particularly renowned for their exceptional “garnachas,” which represent over 60% of the vineyard plantings within the D.O.
.
.
Within Campo de Borja, the oldest vineyards date back to 1145, and more than 2,000 hectares of garnacha vines are between 30 and 50 years old, adding depth and complexity to the wines produced. Alongside garnacha, other grape varieties cultivated include Tempranillo, Mazuela, Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Macabeo, Chardonnay, and Moscatel. Bodegas Borsao itself represents approximately 36% of the total vineyard surface within the D.O., solidifying its position as a key player in the production of premium garnacha wines worldwide.
.
.
To maintain their leadership in the garnacha wine industry, Bodegas Borsao focuses on continuous improvement. By harnessing the indigenous clon of Garnacha of Aragón, meticulously studying microclimates, and uncovering the potential of each vineyard site, they strive to deliver exceptional quality in every bottle.
Presently, exports account for 80% of their sales, with a growing presence in key markets such as the United States, Germany, Canada, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, Japan, and New Zealand. Bodegas Borsao’s future goal is to further solidify its position in these markets and expand its reach into emerging markets, sharing the unique story and exceptional wines of Borsao with enthusiasts worldwide.
.
Video
Bodegas Borsao's Wines
WINERY STAR GUIDE EUROPE
Champagne Billecart-Salmon Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Château Haut-Brion Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Domaine Chanson Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Domaines Ott Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Delas Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded By:…
Peter Lauer Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Domäne Wachau Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Ferrari Trento Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Villa Acquaviva Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Van Volxem Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Jared Bayley WIA Ambassador UK Jared Bayley is the founder of Pour Some More – the concept being to meet some great people and review some fabulous drinks. For its creators, it was a challenge to build a social media following however the themes of being engaging, fun and informative…
Madalena Vidigal WIA Ambassador Portugal Madalena Vidigal has a degree in Hotel Management and a postgraduate degree in Wine Tourism, Digital Marketing and Viticulture. She is a wine producer in Alentejo, the south of Portugal. She has two great passions that are present in everything she does: wine and travel!. For 10…
Laury Rzepka WIA Ambassador France Laury is from Corsica and had a brilliant career in physiotherapy, then she decided to change her life and join the wine sector. Now she is a sommelière now and it is so much more fun. She started at N5 Wine Bar in Toulouse. After…
Marisol de la Fuente WIA Ambassador Argentina Marisol de la Fuente is an International Sommelier of the EAS graduated from the Argentine School of Sommeliers and Bartender at the International Center for Cocktail bar. She communicates about the world of wine and drinks with the aim of bringing it closer to…
Alex Souza WIA Ambassador Brazil Alexander Souza, the face behind @vinhominhapaixao, a Brazilian enthusiast who loves to share the magic that the world of wine can provide in a simple and interesting way. He is a professional who works with new business development in the corporate environment, but at the same time Alex…
Isis Daniel WIA Ambassador USA Isis Daniel, known as The Millennial Somm (TMS), is a certified Level 3, with Merit, Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) sommelier from Washington, DC. While dedicating 5 years to the Hospitality Industry, she fell in love with wine and decided to refocus her career.. During her vino journey,…
Thomas Zarilllo WIA Ambassador USA For Tom Wine is a passport to the world, filled with stories, friendships, culture, and education. While he has had a passion for wine for quite some time, it was when his friends opened an Italian restaurant in the East Village in NYC that he…
Tabitha Watson WIA Ambassador Scotland Tabitha Watson is from the beautiful Scottish city of Edinburgh. Between her home and London, she works as a full time Theatrical Agent representing professional Actors in the Creative Arts Industry. Tabitha is also qualified in Business Administration, Digital Marketing and Business Management and Leadership.…
Daniele Sottile WIA Ambassador Italy Daniele Sottile has a deep-rooted passion for wine which started in 2002. Since that time, has been continuously studying to discover and share the magic of wine. All started in 2003-2004 when Daniele got the Diploma of Sommelier AIS – Associazione Italiana Sommelier, followed by…
Alessandro Ingrosso WIA Ambassador Italy Alessandro Ingrosso is a sommelier and a wine lover from Italy. He does not like to define himself as being related to a certain sphere, because basically he compares hismself with wine, which is constantly evolving! Alessandro has been trained in the hospitality sphere, and…
Emanuel Pesqueira WIA Ambassador UK Emanuel is Head of Wine at Gordon Ramsay Group. When growing up, Emanuel’s family called him “the perfect host”, so it was only natural that he has ascended through a wide variety of roles within the hospitality industry in recognition of his performance and service delivery.. Before joining…
Elisa Nardi WIA Ambassador Italy Elisa Nardi is a sommelier and daughter of the wine producer Tenute Silvio Nardi Montalcino. She is an expert in wine marketing and a brand ambassador. Her passion for wine began a few years ago when she visited il Carapace in Montefalco (Umbria). . Elisa…
STAR GUIDE LAtin america
Bodegas Magoni Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Mexico,…
Las Arcas de Tolombón Winery Star Wine Leaders’…
Bodega Jorge Rubio Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice…
Bodegas Lopez Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Bodega Monteviejo Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Argentina,…
Clos Apalta Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Cono Sur Winery Star Wine Leaders’ Choice Awarded…
Viña Casas del Bosque Awarded By: Francisca Marzá…
Valle de la Puerta Awarded By: Mariana Gil…
Viapiana Awarded By: Fabiana Aguinsky Viapiana Flores da…
Whether it’s to perfect your favourite blend or to broaden your palate with new variations, custom wine can be a lot of fun! Try Wives Wine…
The Minardi Family, is one of Frascati’s oldest and best-known families. Historically they were landowners and vintners, owning much of what is now Frascati DOCG terrain.…
Matervini is the new wine adventure of Santiago Achával and Roberto Cipresso. It was born in 2008, in an attempt to answer the question “what’s next…
We already know that wine is one of the greatest things in life, but did you know that it could actually keep you from getting sick?…
