Spain has witnessed a challenging year for vine growers in 2023, marked by an unprecedented spring drought and autumn storms that disrupted grape harvests across the country. We caught up with some Caballeros and other figures in the Spanish wine industry to hear their take on it. Caballero Guillermo de Aranzabal, CEO of La Rioja … Continue reading Spanish Wine Vintage 2023: One of the most challenging in living memory

The Gran Orden was founded to recognise those in Spain and the UK who work to promote the best in Spanish wines in the UK. Our annual Investiture Dinner is a great opportunity to celebrate. In 2023, we enjoyed a menu put together by the executive chef of the Landmark hotel London, Gary Klaner, paired … Continue reading Dinner and drinks served at the Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino 38th Investiture Dinner

For those of you who were not present at the 38th Investiture Dinner held at the Landmark Hotel, London on Thursday 29th June 2023, we publish the welcome speech by Sarah Jane Evans MW, Chairperson of the Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino: "Baroness Hooper; Sr. Nadal; Acting Chancellor; Vice Chancellor; New Caballeros; Caballeros; Ladies … Continue reading Chairman’s welcome speech at the 38th Investiture Dinner

Last night saw the 38th Caballeros Investiture Dinner take place with its usual ebullience and flair at a new venue:  London’s stylish Landmark Hotel. Hosted by Chairperson of the Gran Orden de Caballeros de Vino, Sarah Jane Evans MW, and in the presence of the Head of the Spanish Economic and Commercial office, Don Álvaro … Continue reading Jo Ahearne MW, Ferran Centelles & Jesús Madrazo welcomed as new members at the 38th Caballeros Investiture Dinner