What is Fondillón? Discover Alicante’s Legendary Wine
Fondillón — The Silent King of Alicante
In a world obsessed with trends, few wines dare to remain timeless. Fondillón is one of them.
Born in the arid hills of Alicante, matured in silence, and cherished by connoisseurs, Fondillón is not just a drink — it’s a legend.
A wine that once graced the palaces of kings, and today finds its way to the glasses of those who seek rarity, history, and soul.
What is Fondillón?
Fondillón is a naturally sweet, oxidatively aged red wine made from 100% Monastrell grapes, harvested when overripe.
It is never fortified, yet develops extraordinary complexity thanks to a minimum of 10 years aging in old oak barrels.
Its deep mahogany colour, aromas of dried figs, roasted almonds, and antique wood, and long, velvety finish make Fondillón a true “liquid memory”.
A Protected Treasure
Fondillón is protected under the Denomination of Origin Alicante.
It is one of the few wines in Europe legally recognized as a historical and cultural product.
In 2001, it was included in the European Catalogue of Traditional Products.
Only a handful of winemakers — all based in Alicante — continue this noble craft today.
Solera 1948 by Primitivo Quiles
At Bodega75, we are proud to offer one of the most historically significant Fondillón wines still available — from the legendary winery Primitivo Quiles, one of the oldest in Spain, founded in the late 18th century.
Their Fondillón is crafted using the traditional Solera system, with the oldest base wine dating back to 1948.
Yes — 1948.
Each bottle contains a trace of this original vintage, matured for decades in old oak casks.
A true living legacy in every glass.
The Most Complete Fondillón Collection in Europe
But that’s not all.
At Bodega75, we offer what may be the widest and most carefully curated collection of Fondillón available in Europe — from iconic names like Primitivo Quiles to rare boutique wines from hidden wineries across Alicante.
You won’t find this variety in supermarkets or large wine stores.
Only here. For those who understand.
How to Enjoy Fondillón
Fondillón is not wine for quick moments. It is contemplative.
Serve it:
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with aged cheeses, almonds, or foie gras
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as a digestif after a special dinner
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or simply on a quiet evening with music, books, or firelight
Let it breathe. Let it speak. Let it stay with you.
The dry, sun-drenched climate of Alicante allows Monastrell to ripen slowly and naturally — concentrating sugars, preserving acidity, and building structure.
Fondillón is Alicante, in its purest liquid form.
You don’t drink Fondillón. You remember it.
And now, you can discover it at Bodega75.