Vallformosa in facts

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We are challengers

We are rewriting the rules of the game in our category.

Changing is the only constant!

The viticulture model

The winegrowers are the soul of our project, our family. They are also the ones who connect us with the environment, thanks to their knowledge and love for the land.

 

We don’t have our own vineyards, but we work closely with more than 400 winegrowing families, whom we support throughout the year and with whom we share a mutual project. Thanks to this unique model, we achieve full engagement from start to finish and assure the quality of our products.

 

At Vallformosa, we collaborate to care for and conserve the areas and their indigenous varieties. In the highest area of the Penedès, 500 metres above sea level, are the Mediterranean highlands, where the vineyards are known as the “+500 area”. The grapes from theses mountainous parcels ripen more slowly thanks to the day and night temperature contrast, enhancing the wines’ organoleptic qualities. 

Our commitment

Passion and commitment for quality and innovation push Vallformosa to continue growing and to become a brand recognised around the world.

Quality

Control of the entire production process.
We produce 100% of the must.

Sustainability

– We consume 40% less water than the industry average.
– We invest in energy-efficient machinery and energysaving measures.
– We raise awareness and promote recycling and the use of recyclable materials.
– We have the ISO 14001 environmental management certification.
– We use energy from renewable sources.
– We use energy from renewable sources.
– We reuse or recycle 91% of the waste generated.
– We reduce the weight of bottles to lower our carbon footprint.
– We are increasing the number of organic vineyards

Initiatives

Optivinya Project: our commitment to the territory and its sustainability has led us to participate since 2018, in partnership with other wineries and technology centres, in the Optivinya project.


Projecte Fizztirage: the first circular system in the market for 100% recyclable closures for fermenting sparkling wines.

People

“Soc Vallformosa” Club
A project to protect the land and the vineyard that unites the winegrowers and their vineyards with our winery, oenologists and specialists.

Territory

+500 area
We are nature and territory. Our responsability is to preserve them. Our commitment to sustainable viticulture not only guarantees the quality of the final product, but also the protection of this valuable natural environment for future generations. Therefore, each bottle reflects not only the essence of the Penedès region, but also the respect and care we take at every stage of the process. This area is 500 metres above sea level, a privileged environment that gives a different character to the vineyards, producing grapes that ripen slowly and in a balanced way. This slow process enhances the organoleptic properties of the fruit, providing a greater richness in aromas, freshness and complexity in the flavour of our wines.

A history of over 150 years

Our history began in 1865 in Vilobí del Penedès, in a peaceful and enjoyable location in the heart of nature.

1865

First vineyards in La Sala

1887

We overcame the phylloxera crisis

Beg. of the 20th c

Start of bulk wine production

1938

First bottles of cava

1970s

Industrial and global expansion

1980s

Expansion to 50 countries

1990s

New bottling lines and wastewater treatment

2000-2008

50% international sales

2004

ISO 14001 certification in environmental management

2009

Economic crisis and restructuring

2010

Professionalization of management

2011-2013

External talent and management team

2014

First organic cavas and Cultivare line

2015

40% reduction in water consumption

2016

Alliance with local winegrowers +500

2017

Soc Vallformosa Club and Plus project

2018

New 300,000-liter tanks

2020

``Best Winery`` award at the Vinari Awards

2021

100% vegan certified products

2022

Major international recognition and BRC certification

2024

First BCorp winery in Spain

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1865

Vallformosa was born when the vineyards closest to the La Sala farmhouse, in Vilobí del Penedès, Barcelona, began to be cultivated.

1887

The phylloxera plague wipes out the entire vineyard in the Penedès region. Vallformosa is one of the pioneers in rreplanting plague-resistant strains. Vallformosa created the most important nursery of ‘American rootstock’ strains, resistant to the phylloxera disease, which were sold in a large part of Spain and North Africa. For this important work, the winery received recognition from Alfonso XIII, who visited the winery in 1904.

EARLY XX Century

Vallformosa begins to produce wine in bulk.

1938

First bottles of cava are produced, called “champagne” at the time.

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1970s

The necessary facilities are built to start the production of bottled wines and sparkling wines with an industrial vision. From the beginning, the vision of the business is on a global scale, both in the domestic and international markets.

1980s

An important investment is made in the commercial area, in order to introduce the products in the national and international market, reaching a presence in 50 countries.

1990s

La Sala’s facilities are expanded with two new and innovative bottling systems. A significant expansion of the bottling facilities and the winemaking cellar, with the aim of producing 100% of the wines we bottle. The wastewater treatment plant is built, making us one of the pioneers in the sector.

2000 – 2008

Sales in international markets are consolidated, reaching 50% of total sales.

2004

Vallformosa is certified by ISO 14001, reaffirming its commitment to responsible environmental management. This achievement recognises the efforts to implement sustainable practices, taking care of the environment in every step of the production of wines and sparkling wines.

2009

The severe 2008 crisis and the family conflicts of the owner’s family have caused the company a difficult time, which led it to the point of bankrupcy.

2010

The management of the company is professionalised by placing the General Management in the hands of a professional who knows the company and the sector very well.

2011 – 2013

The company invests in recruiting external talent and builds a first-class management team, especially in the areas of sales and marketing.

2014

Collaboration with winegrowers from old vineyards begins for the production of the Cultivare range. The first cavas from organic farming are launched on the market.

2015

Significant investments are made to renew the entire bottling lines with the latest existing technologies. Water consumption reduction systems are established, reducing the sector average by more than 40%.

2016

A collaboration agreement is signed with the Pla de Manlleu +500 winegrowers’ association to support winegrowers in the area, including the signing of long-term grape purchase contracts.

2017

The “Club Soc Vallformosa”, is created to collaborate with and provide a service to the more than 400 winegrowers who supply grapes. The Plus Projecte, is launched, for the selection of plots with unique characteristics in the +500 area. Sales of 12,000,000 bottles are consolidated, more than 80% in the export market. IFS certificationis obtained, guaranteeing the highest standards of quality and food safety in all production processes.

2018

Installation of 12 stainless steel tanks of 300,000 litres, with a height of 10 metres and a diameter of 4 metres. The must receiving and processing facilities are extended with the installation of 2 new pneumatic grape reception presses with the most modern technology.

2020

The construction of the Technical Building, which contains the new laboratory, canteen and staff changing rooms, is completed. Vallformosa receives the recognition of “Best Winery” by the Vinari Awards.

2021

Vallformosa’s entire product portfolio is 100% asuitable for vegans, with certification from the Spanish Vegetarian Union (VOZ). Vallformosa receives for the second year running the recognition of “’Best Winery” by the Vinari Awards.

2022

Vallformosa was awarded with 7 gold medals at the Berliner Wein Trophy and was declared the Best Sparkling Wine Producer. Vallformosa receives for the third year running the recognition of “Best Winery” by the Vinari Awards, no other winery has won this award 3 years in a row. BRC certification is achieved, ensuring compliance with the strictest international standards in quality and food safety.

2024

Vallformosa becomes the first Spanish winery with BCorp certification. Thanks to the compliance with high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and corporate responsibility, Vallformosa is a pioneer in the Spanish viticulture sector in achieving the historic milestone of being a BCorp company.

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