# Andalusian winery heritage and tourism initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/andalusian-winery-heritage-and-tourism-initiatives > Updated: 2026-09-16T07:23:24.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Historical wineries in Andalusia are implementing new initiatives to preserve and promote their cultural heritage through tourism and expansion. In Villanueva del Ariscal, Sevilla, Bodegas Góngora—home to the Hacienda de Pata de Hierro—is preparing to launch Casa Góngora, an exclusive hotel under the Relais & Châteaux brand. The estate houses a 17-meter wood press dating back to 1574, which is recognized as a Cultural Interest Asset. The Provincial Commission for Historical Heritage has since approved an expansion project for the site, which involves rehabilitating existing houses and constructing new volumes while respecting its status as a Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC). In Montilla, Córdoba, Bodegas Alvear is launching a theatrical wine tour for the September 2026 Montilla Harvest Festival, using live performances to depict the history of the winery and its founders. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-16: Andalusia approves Bodegas Góngora expansion and opens new photography exhibition Andalusia sees new cultural developments: approval for the expansion of the historic Bodegas Góngora and the opening of the ‘Misión Andalucía’ photography exhibition in Córdoba. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andalusia-approves-bodegas-gngora-expansion-and-opens-new-photography-exhibition ### 2026-08-18: Andalusian wineries highlight historical heritage through new tourism initiatives Andalusian wineries Bodegas Góngora and Bodegas Alvear are blending viticulture with history through new luxury hotel developments and theatrical tours. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andalusian-wineries-highlight-historical-heritage-through-new-tourism-initiatives --- Cite as: Andalusian winery heritage and tourism initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/andalusian-winery-heritage-and-tourism-initiatives