We affectionately called Francisco Romero de Ávila “Grandpa Paco.”
It was Grandpa Paco who passed down to our father the wisdom and traditions he had learned from his own grandparents. Among these time-honored practices is the use of amphoras —tinajas—in winemaking, a traditional method we still cherish and apply in the crafting of our wines today.
ABUELO PACO
A Heartfelt Tribute
For us, it is essential to determine the origin, vintage conditions, and grape variety of each wine with the utmost precision—because no two years are ever the same. As Abuelo Paco used to say, "No harvest is ever identical to the ones before it, and this is reflected in the different wines we create."
His words taught us to see each generation of our family as a new vintage: while we inherit the same knowledge passed down over the years, every generation brings its own character and nuance.
Abuelo Paco is our way of preserving our grandfather’s winemaking legacy—holding onto his teachings, his wisdom, and everything we refuse to let fade away.
Cencibel vines were carefully selected for their production. The grapes were fermented and aged for 12 months in amphoras.
In pursuit of balance, the wine then spends 15 months aging in 225-liter oak barrels, followed by an additional year of bottle aging to achieve its final harmony.
A process that adds complexity, character, and unique balance to the wine.
Timeless Elegance
It presents a clean and bright cherry-red color with good depth and dense tears. On the nose, it stands out for its finesse, offering a perfect balance between ripe fruit and notes of cocoa, roasted coffee, and toasted aromas. On the palate, it is exceptionally well-balanced, with silky, persistent tannins that lead to a long and elegant finish.
The Perfect Pour
Best enjoyed slightly chilled, between 16°C and 18°C.
Gastronomic Harmony
This wine pairs perfectly with a variety of rich and flavorful dishes. It enhances the creaminess and depth of aged cheeses, while its balanced structure complements the hearty textures of legumes. Traditional stews, with their slow-cooked complexity, find a perfect match in its depth and character. Grilled meats, from tender lamb to smoky beef cuts, are elevated by its refined tannins and lingering finish, creating a truly harmonious dining experience.
Celebrating Excellence: Abuelo Paco’s Awards
Grand Gold Medal
Berliner Wine Trophy
Gold Medal
Mundus Vini
90 points
Guía Peñín
93 points
Decanter
Gold Medal
Asia Wine Trophy
El excepcional Reserva con el que Bodegas Romero de Ávila rinde homenaje al ‘abuelo Paco’
En la retina de muchos/as quedan grabados sus enseñanzas, su cariño, sus interminables historias y anécdotas. Por estas y otras muchas cosas, los abuelos son seres únicos cuyos recuerdos hacen esbozar amplias sonrisas. Y es, precisamente, un abuelo, el abuelo Paco, el responsable de que su familia haya querido rendirle homenaje a través de un vino excepcional; un vino que han querido bautizar con su propio nombre: Abuelo Paco Reserva.
Un Tesoro Oculto de La Mancha
Descubriendo Vino Abuelo Paco Reserva, una verdadera joya de Bodegas Romero de Ávila. Este vino, proveniente de la vibrante región de La Mancha, refleja la esencia de su terruño.
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El vino de la semana: Abuelo Paco
Esta semana, en nuestra sección “El vino de la semana”, rendimos homenaje a la memoria, al legado y al saber hacer transmitido de generación en generación en una familia vitivinícola con profundas raíces en La Solana (Ciudad Real).
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