Portrait of Ricardo Esteban
i. Biography
Ricardo Esteban is lead winemaker at Bodegas y Viñedos Valderiz in Roa de Duero, Spain. His work is tied to Ribera del Duero and to a family turning point he dates plainly: "The story of the wines began in 1980 when my father saw that part of his crops did not have much future."
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The Path
Today, Ricardo Esteban is lead winemaker of Bodegas y Viñedos Valderiz and CEO of Bodegas Y Vinedos Valderiz S.l.
The Work Today
He leads winemaking at the winery and serves as CEO of Bodegas y Vinedos Valderiz S.l, also in Roa de Duero.
Signature
Ricardo's signature wines include Juegabolos, Tomas Esteban, Valdehermoso, and Valderiz.
In Their Words “A meat, a salad, and nothing more.” “The story of the wines began in 1980 when my father saw that part of his crops did not have much future.”
Acclaim
His serving preference is spare: "A meat, a salad, and nothing more."
FAQ
Asked of Ricardo
How did Ricardo Esteban get started?
He links the beginning of the wines to 1980, when his father reconsidered crops with limited future.
What is Ricardo Esteban best known for today?
He is best known today as lead winemaker at Bodegas y Viñedos Valderiz and CEO of Bodegas y Vinedos Valderiz S.l.
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