Bodegas Alcardet has been awarded the Silver Quixote in the sparkling wine category within the framework of XV Regional Wine Competition Land of Quixote, one of the most representative competitions in the wine scene of Castilla-La Mancha.
The award has been given to his wine ALCARDET Nature Brutstanding out among numerous references for its quality and oenological profile. “This Brut sparkling wine, made with organic grapes, presents a Bright golden yellow color with fine and constant rosariesOn the nose, it stands out for its notes of fresh fruit alongside nuances characteristic of its aging on lees, while in the mouth it offers an expression "Fresh, elegant and well-rounded, with a lingering finish," he explains. Manuela Sánchez, winemaker of Alcardet Winerywho added that “It is a versatile wine, ideal to accompany seafood, fish and white meatand its consumption is recommended between 5ºC and 7ºC."
This recognition takes on special significance as it is the result of a blind tasting in which around 1.000 tasters participated, between industry professionals and consumers, thus combining technical criteria with the real perception of the market.
The Tierra del Quijote Regional Wine Competition is distinguished by its participatory nature and rigorous methodology. The competition brings together a large, mixed jury composed of 1.000 waste pickers, between professionals in the sector —sommeliers, winemakers, distributors or specialized journalists— and enthusiasts with knowledge of tasting, which allows the integration of the technical vision with the real perception of the consumer.
The evaluation process is carried out through blind tastingThe anonymity of the samples is guaranteed through a coding system verified by a notary. Each wine is analyzed by a large number of tasters distributed across organized tables, and the scores are obtained from the median of the ratings, thus ensuring maximum objectivity in the final result.
The official award ceremony took place last April 30, within the grounds of the Fair of the Flavors of the Land of Don Quixote, in Alcázar de San Juan, coinciding with the opening of its 18th edition.
Bodegas Alcardet values this recognition as an endorsement of its commitment to quality, innovation, and respect for origin. In the words of Miguel Angel Ortega Moya, General Manager of Bodegas Alcardet:
“This award reflects the constant work we do from the vineyard to the bottle. That a sparkling wine like ALCARDET Nature Brut is recognized by both professionals and consumers confirms that we are on the right track, making wines that connect with people.”
For its part, Bárbara Sánchez-Mateos Cortés, Councillor for Tourism and Wine Promotion of the Alcázar de San Juan City CouncilHe highlighted the value of the competition as a platform for visibility for the region's wines:
“The Tierra del Quijote Regional Wine Competition is a benchmark for its participatory nature and its ability to bring wine closer to the consumer. Awards like the one given to Bodegas Alcardet highlight the excellence and diversity of our wines in the region.”
This new recognition reinforces Bodegas Alcardet's position as one of the leading wineries in Castilla-La Mancha, consolidating its commitment to producing quality, sustainable wines that are aligned with current consumer trends.
