Visit Hoplita Wines
We set out to revive wine production in a historic 16th-century winery in the Old Town of Logroño, reconnecting with a family tradition that dates back to our great-grandfather in the early 20th century. Despite the challenges of narrow streets and ancient cellars, we chose to produce wine in the original location using artisanal craftsmanship, including a stonemason restoring Davalillo Castle and a specialist in altarpiece restoration. The winery spans three buildings from the early 1500s, one of which was part of the palace of the Count of Murillo y Bornos. It also includes a preserved wine cellar with centuries of winemaking history, once owned by the Marquises of Orovio. According to an 18th-century registry, it held 8 vats capable of producing over 30,000 kilos of grapes. This family-led project is spearheaded by Elvira, a viticulturist with a PhD in Chemistry and a degree in Biochemistry. With a winemaking heritage dating back to the late 15th century, we were pioneers in crafting supurado, Rioja’s traditional sweet wine, using modern techniques. Elvira’s mission is to honor tradition while introducing innovative, sometimes disruptive, methods.
