Ribeira Sacra promotes new brand and 2026 harvest

The Ribeira Sacra Denomination of Origin is launching a new brand identity through a series of promotional events in Bilbao, the Netherlands, and Lugo. Under the slogan ‘Natureza Heroica’, the regulatory council will showcase 65 wine references from various wineries to increase market visibility and highlight the region's unique viticulture.

In the region, the winery Don Bernardino has reported an exceptionally early and successful 2026 harvest. Driven by favorable weather conditions, the grape collection took place between August 12 and September 26. The harvest, particularly for the Mencía variety, showed excellent sanitary conditions and optimal maturation levels.

This successful harvest follows recent international recognition for Don Bernardino, including a Grand Gold Medal at the Mondial des Vins Extrêmes 2026 in Italy, a competition specializing in heroic viticulture.