CEUCO recognises Diego Morcillo Fortea, technical director of Bodegas Vicente Gandía as the best European winemaker of the year with the Aurum Europa Excellence 2024 award.
In the world of oenology, achieving excellence requires a combination of talent, experience and a deep knowledge of the land and its fruits. Diego Morcillo Fortea, technical director of Bodegas Vicente Gandía, is a clear example of these values, and his career has been recognised at a European level. In a ceremony in Piraeus, Athens, Greece, the European Council of Enogastronomic Brotherhoods (CEUCO) has awarded him the prestigious Aurum Europa Excellence award as the best European winemaker of the year.
Dedicated to the Valencian People.
Diego Morcillo received the award from the hands of the Vice Minister of Tourism of Greece and in his speech he dedicated the award to the Valencian people, who are currently going through a very difficult time and continue to fight for reconstruction after suffering the greatest climatic catastrophe in their history. He also dedicated the award to all the teams he has worked with throughout his career, especially to his current winery Vicente Gandía and to his personal project La niña de Cuenca. He sent an emotional message to his family from whom he receives so much love and support. Finally, he thanked the organization for granting the award on behalf of the wine sector of the Valencian Community.
This award, one of the most respected in the European wine and food sector, is given to professionals whose dedication and achievements contribute to the development and excellence of the wine sector. Morcillo’s distinction is particularly significant, as it positions him as one of the most outstanding winemakers in Europe, highlighting his work at one of the most emblematic wineries in Spain, Vicente Gandía.
Diego Morcillo has dedicated years to perfecting and strengthening the prestige of the wines he produces. As head of the technical direction of Bodegas Vicente Gandía, a company with almost 140 years of history, he has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to innovate and constantly improve the quality of wines, always maintaining respect for winemaking traditions. Based in the Valencian Community, Vicente Gandía is recognized for its commitment to quality, sustainability and the promotion of Spanish wines on a global level.
Morcillo has been characterized by an oenological vision that balances tradition with innovation. His approach is based on the meticulous selection of the best grapes and the implementation of advanced winemaking techniques that manage to capture the essence of terror. Under his direction, Bodegas Vicente Gandía has launched a series of wines that have been excellently received both in Spain and in other countries, thus contributing to the expansion and prestige of the brand in more than 90 countries around the world.
The Aurum Europa Excellence Award
The Aurum Europa Excellence is an award given by CEUCO, an institution that promotes the culture and quality of European wine and food products. This recognition is given to those professionals who, through their dedication and talent, manage to raise the quality standards of oenology and represent the cultural values of the sector. By receiving this award, Diego Morcillo joins an elite of European oenologists recognized for their excellence and contribution to the development of the world of wine.
This recognition not only honors Diego Morcillo’s career, but also represents a significant achievement for Bodegas Vicente Gandía and for the Valencian wine sector. The distinction highlights the capacity of the Valencian Community to produce high-quality wines and highlights the work carried out by all its wineries. In addition, the Aurum award contributes to strengthening the reputation of Valencian wines on the international scene, opening doors to new opportunities for export and collaboration.
Towards the Future of Oenology in Spain
Diego Morcillo’s dedication and the recognition of his work with the Aurum Europa Excellence are inspiring for future generations of Spanish winemakers. Morcillo has shown that the combination of tradition and technology can bring a wine to a level of excellence capable of competing in the global market. With his innovative approach, he represents the future of oenology in Spain, where he is expected to continue to boost the quality and visibility of national wines.
In conclusion, the award to Diego Morcillo Fortea as best European oenologist is not only a recognition of his career, but also a tribute to the dedication and passion with which he works to create exceptional wines. His achievement symbolizes the value of excellence in oenology and reinforces the reputation of Bodegas Vicente Gandía as one of the best representatives of Spanish wine in the world.
