Winemaker Toni Beneito
Valencia, Spain
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'Toni Beneito'
The story of Toni Beneito is nothing short of extraordinary. As a successful textile magnate, he managed to completely reinvent himself as a certified winemaker, transforming his passion into perhaps one of Spain’s most fascinating wineries.
The current bodega combines state-of-the-art facilities with rich history. The original restored cellar (El Cabeço Winery) dates back to the illustrious year 1880. Here, signature wines are crafted from rare, forgotten grape varieties. These are truly unique gems, just waiting to be discovered—an oasis of rare delicacies that will astonish any devoted oenophile.
The extreme weather conditions and high altitude (around 800 meters) ensure wines with exceptional style and character. An absolute must for wine enthusiasts and adventurous discoverers alike.
Why you’ll definitely want Toni Beneito
in your collection:
Hand-picked grapes, organic cultivation and minimal cellar result in delicious, sustainable wines.
Toni Beneito works with rare, indigenous grape varieties such as Bonicaire and Tortosí, giving the wines a unique and authentic character.
Built in 1880 and fully restored, the winery combines traditional winemaking with modern technology, including fermentation in large French oak barrels, producing wines of exceptional quality.
Toni Beneito’s exceptional wines from Valencia:
Red wines:
2021 - Toni Beneito - Crianza 18 months french oak Foudre and Barrique - Bonicaire
2022 - Toni Beneito - Roble - 12 months french oak Foudre and Barrique - Cabernet Sauvignon
2023 - Toni Beneito - BBM - 4months frech oak foudre - Bobal/Bonicaire/Monastrell
White wines:
2023 - Toni Beneito - Almansa - Orange Wine - Tortosi
2023 - Toni Beneito - Clariano - Tortosi
Discover the wines of Toni Beneito
Attention:
The availability of the wines listed may vary. Some wines may sell out in the future or may not yet be in stock (new vintage).
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The vineyards of Toni Beneito
The climate
The region has a Mediterranean influence, with warm summers and mild winters, and is sheltered from cold winds by the surrounding mountains, contributing to an optimal grape ripening process. This climate helps produce wines with a well-balanced combination of fruitiness and freshness.
The terroir
The soil is a mix of limestone, clay, and marine sediments, providing excellent drainage and a rich mineral composition.
Toni Beneito combines traditional techniques with modern innovations, focusing on old, indigenous grape varieties such as Bonicaire and Tortosí.
Winemaking in Valencia
Toni Beneito combines traditional techniques with modern innovations, focusing on old, indigenous grape varieties such as Bonicaire and Tortosí.
The vineyards are situated at 800 meters above sea level in a cool microclimate, ensuring a well-balanced expression of fruitiness and freshness. The estate practices sustainable, organic viticulture, with hand-harvesting and minimal intervention. The wines are crafted with respect for the terroir, resulting in complex wines of consistently high quality.
