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    Almudena Alberca MW

    Winemaker | Consultora y Educadora
    Almudena Alberca MW

    Biography

    First female Master of Wine in Spain. Winemaker and winery manager with a background as an interim manager and educator. International judge, brand ambassador, and columnist dedicated to inspiring and communicating excellence and innovation in wine.

    Sessions

    16:30h
    Tasting - Presentation | .

    The signature of success: reputation and recognirion in spanish wine

    Almudena Alberca MW
    Almudena Alberca MW Consultora y Educadora Winemaker Speaker
    Eva Vicens
    Eva Vicens Freelance Journalist Sommelier Moderator
    Jonas Tofterup MW
    Jonas Tofterup MW Iberian Wine Academy y Bodegas Trenza Founder / Partner Speaker
    Lenka Sadlackova MW
    Lenka Sadlackova MW Bancroft Wines Brand Manager Speaker

    2026-02-02 16:30 2026-02-02 17:30 Europe/Madrid The signature of success: reputation and recognirion in spanish wine
    A top-level tasting with three renowned Masters of Wine, prestigious national and international prescribers, where the commercial impact of Spanish wineries will be analyzed. This session will invite reflection on whether the sector’s reputation is rooted in loyalty to tradition, with the cultural and family heritage it entails, or in the capacity for innovation and adaptation to new market trends. It will also highlight how both factors, often complementary, shape the path to success and consolidate the prestige of Spanish wine in the demanding and competitive global market.

    The following will be tasted:
    - Frontonio La Loma 2023 
    - Descendientes J.Palacios Villa Corullon 2023
    - Rafael Palacios As Sortes 2023
    - La Rioja Alta 904 2015
    - Trenza Rizado Old Vines Monastrell 2020
    - Marqués de Cáceres Gaudium 2021
    *Wines and vintages are subject to change depending on availability


    Purchase your ticket to the trade show and tastings: https://registration.firabarcelona.com/#/en_GB/J134026/WEB

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     Tasting Area
    Mon 2 16:30h - 17:30h Tasting Area Tickets on sale
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    12:00h
    Tasting | .

    The Richest Country in the World: Spain Food Awards for the Best Wines 2025

    Almudena Alberca MW
    Almudena Alberca MW Consultora y Educadora Winemaker Speaker

    2026-02-03 12:00 2026-02-03 13:00 Europe/Madrid The Richest Country in the World: Spain Food Awards for the Best Wines 2025 Discover why Spain is The Richest Country in the World through a unique experience celebrating national winemaking excellence. In this tasting, the wines awarded the Spain Food Award 2025 will showcase the diversity, authenticity, and richness of our landscapes and vineyards. A sensory journey through the regions that make Spain a global wine benchmark, where tradition, innovation, and terroir merge in every glass. Tasting Area
    Tue 3 12:00h - 13:00h Tasting Area Free
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    13:00h
    Round Table | .

    Wines from Spain Awards, a competition to position Spanish Wines internationally

    Almudena Alberca MW
    Almudena Alberca MW Consultora y Educadora Winemaker Speaker
    Carlos Carrión
    Carlos Carrión Paco & Lola President Speaker
    Christoph Nicklas
    Christoph Nicklas Wines from Spain Awards Meininger Head of tasting Speaker
    María Naranjo
    María Naranjo ICEX Food and wine Director Speaker
    Santiago Enciso
    Santiago Enciso Piedras de San Pedro Owner Speaker

    2026-02-02 13:00 2026-02-02 13:45 Europe/Madrid Wines from Spain Awards, a competition to position Spanish Wines internationally Round table to present the 2nd edition of the Wines from Spain Awards, to be held in 2026, highlighting the opportunities they offer wineries to promote their wines in strategic markets such as the USA, UK, Switzerland, and Germany. Auditorium
    Mon 2 13:00h - 13:45h Auditorium Free
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