El Miracle, by Bodegas Vicente Gandía, has participated in the two most prestigious international paella competitions: the Sueca International Valencian Paella Competition and World Paella Day. Participation in these events consolidates El Miracle’s position as the ideal accompaniment to a universal dish, recognized worldwide as an emblem of Valencian gastronomy. Both in Sueca, the birthplace of authentic Valencian paella, and at the global event that brings together international chefs for World Paella Day, El Miracle has paired with the paellas presented at both competitions, reinforcing its versatility and its ability to enhance the flavors of this unique recipe.
“For Bodegas Vicente Gandía, it is a source of pride to link El Miracle with paella, a dish that represents our roots and our Mediterranean culture. We firmly believe that the best paellas in the world find their perfect pairing in El Miracle, and we wholeheartedly congratulate the winners of both competitions,” the winery emphasizes.
These collaborations also reinforce Bodegas Vicente Gandía’s commitment to the Albufera de València area, as they all fall under its Corporate Social Responsibility plan, Som Albufera. Through this initiative, the winery promotes actions that highlight the cultural, natural, and gastronomic heritage of this privileged environment.
Winners of the 2025 Sueca International Valencian Paella Competition: First Prize: Sabor Amar Paellas, a restaurant from Ecuador, run by chef Tomás Angulo Salas and his assistant Karina Iturralde, has been declared the winner of the 64th edition. Second Prize: Lenin Ruelas Cocina (Mexico). Third Prize: Casa Macario from Tavernes de la Valldigna (Spain).
World Paella Day Winners (2025 edition): First prize: Frédéric Gallego, representing France, with his “Jerusalem artichoke dry rice.” Second prize: Ian Escobar of Uruguay; and third place: Kenta Seki of Japan.
In this way, Bodegas Vicente Gandía reaffirms its commitment to tradition, innovation, and the promotion of Valencian cuisine worldwide, bringing the essence of the Mediterranean to every glass.
