Collection: Pago De Los Capellanes
In the 15th century, the chaplains of Pedrosa de Duero, in the Ribera area of Burgos, obtained several vineyards as payment for tithes, masses and prayers. Over time, that property became one of the most renowned pagos, or estates, of the town. A true jewel of local viticulture that locals baptised with a name directly related to its origin.
After the disentailments of the 19th century, the famous vineyard of the Pedrosa chaplains was divided among several local families. Decades later, a modest farmer, Doroteo Rodero, came along to take care of some of these vineyards. In his role as a trainee doctor, Doroteo was very well liked in the village. It is said that after spending the day in the vineyard, he always washed to visit his patients and dedicated all his care and attention to them.
Raised among tinto fino vines, Doroteo Rodero’s son, Paco, recovered the family vineyard in Pedrosa and together with his wife, Conchita Villa, began to expand the property. They were among the first winegrowers in the Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin and together they set up the winery at the foot of the vineyards in 1996.
A third generation later joined Pago de los Capellanes in the form of Estefanía Rodero Villa, the daughter of Paco and Conchita. With her, the family continuity of the winery and the projects that have led us to other areas and landscapes is assured.
Both an orchard of vines and a harsh high plateau, this very striking contrast is clearly reflected in a climate of extremes. At the height of ripening, the unusual temperature range between hot days and cold nights explains the character of the grapes, which are subjected to efforts that gives rise to their impressive balance.
A calcareous soil of clay, sand and gravel supports the life of Tempranillo vines, a variety known locally as tinto fino. This type of land provides good drainage and adequate reserves of hydration and temperature to leave a velvet and mineral imprint on the wines.
