Wines To Find, Ep 188: A Toast To Toro's Kiko Calvo's Bodegas Bigardo

Wines: Bigardo, Satelite, Pellejo Vino Tinto de Parcela, & Maldito Parné In this episode, we  meet Kiko Calvo,  the owner of Bodegas Bigardo, who made his winemaking dream a reality. We are captivated by his journey beginning with his family's plot of land to the manifestation of his very own winery.  He tells us of his worldwide travels where he honed his winemaking skills, and shares the mystery behind the symbol on his wine label that tells a tale of his origins in Toro. Kiko's inspiring story, highlighting the courage it takes to forge your own path in the competitive world of wine business, will spark your own aspirations.In the heart of Spain lies Toro, a magnificent region that offers an extraordinary landscape for vineyards. Kiko brings to life the richness of this land and its old vines that have been home to the Tinto de Toro. He opens up about his commitment to promoting the Toro brand, the globalized wine war, and the stark differences between European and American markets. This episode introduces you to last year's vintage with its extreme weather conditions and how the resilient plants braved the challenge.Ever wondered how each wine label offers a unique taste to your palate? Kiko's four wine labels, all crafted with 100% Tinto de Toro grapes, present a unique blend of flavors. Making us privy to his 100% human'concept, he reveals how a winery making 50,000 bottles differs from one making 5 million bottles. After visiting his tasting room,  vineyards & winery, we sit at barrel tables next to the Duero River and sample his wines.  We discuss their flavours, acidity, and versatility. Listen today and let your imagination take you to Toro with us. Stay in the know and join our WTF Cru.About UsBuy us a Mimosa!We have been listed in the Top 50 wine podcasts! https://blog.feedspot.com/wine_podcasts/Music from https://filmmusic.io "Night In Venice" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Thank you for making us part of your wine story. If you enjoyed this episode, please write a review and share with your wine loving friends and family. To connect with us or to inquire about being a guest on Wines To Find, visit our social media pages Instagram https://www.instagram.com/winestofindpodcast/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/winestofindpodcasts/Til the next glass ~ Cheers!And, remember, join us next time on Wines To Find!Sandy & Michelle