Faustino's vineyards are located in the upper part of Rioja Alavesa, Northern Spain, and enjoy the best geographical conditions and climate to produce the highest quality wines: short, hard winters, with lime clay soil, land characterised by foothills, gorges and hillsides, neither too much nor too little sunlight - and finally, enjoying an altitude of between 400 and 600 metres.
For years, portraits by Rembrandt and El Greco, and of Gluck the composer have gazed out of Faustino bottle labels. Their art has been the inspiration of one of Spain's greatest family owned bodegas since 1861.
From growing its own vines, to vinification and bottling, Faustino aims for the highest control over production so you can be assured of quality wine every time.
Faustino V11 is the entry level Rioja from this famous Bodega. Despite it's status as a vin joven (young wine) it is made with great care and benefits from some ageing in both barrel and bottle. The wine is ruby in colour, having lost the purple intensity of extreme youth and the palate has rich jammy fruits with slight hints of sweetness, vanilla and spice on the finish, evidence of the 10 months it has spent in new American oak.
Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week
Features
Wine of Spain
Further description
The World's Most Admired Wine Brands 2025 - Drinks International
Sustainable Wineries for Climate Protection
Country of origin
Spain
Nutritional data
Typical Values
(100 ml)
E =
352 kJ/84kcal
Cooking guidelines
Serve between 16 and 17ºC. Drink within 1 year of purchase. Excellent with sausages, cottage pie and grilled chops
Package type
Bottle
Other Information
Full Product Name: Red Wine
Allergen Information
Contains Sulphites
Brand
Faustino
Brand details
The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands in the Drinks International Annual Brands Report 2022 and well-deserved recognition for the extraordinary work, dedication and attention to quality and excellence by the team at Bodegas Faustino, ranked 23 on this select list this year.
Manufacturer
Amber Beverage UK Ltd, 76 Charlotte Street, W1T 4QS.
Bottled by: Bodegas Faustino S.L., Oyón, Spain.
Return to Address
Amber Beverage UK Ltd, 76 Charlotte Street, W1T 4QS. www.bodegasfaustino.com
History
Founded in 1861 in Rioja Alavesa, Bodegas Faustino has been family-owned for four generations. The brand was officially launched in 1957 by Julio Faustino Martínez, expanding its reach internationally. Today, Faustino owns over 650 hectares of vineyards and exports to more than 140 countries. Known for its iconic frosted bottles and classical portraits, Faustino combines tradition and innovation to produce some of Rioja's most recognised and respected wines.
Agent
Amber Beverages
Grape variety
Tempranillo
Current vintage
2024
Regional information
Faustino VII is produced in Rioja, Spain's most renowned wine region, located in the north of the country along the Ebro River. The area benefits from a unique climate influenced by both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, ideal for growing Tempranillo. Rioja is divided into three sub-regions—Alta, Alavesa, and Oriental—with Faustino's vineyards primarily in Rioja Alavesa, known for producing elegant, well-balanced wines with fresh acidity and great aging potential.
Tasting notes
Rich jammy fruits with slight hints of sweetness, vanilla and spice on the finish, evidence of the 10 months it has spent in new American oak
Alcohol by volume
13.5
Units
9.8
Producer
Faustino
Serving suggestions
Serve between 16 and 17 degrees c. Drink within 1 year of purchase. Faustino VII is perfect to go with starters, everyday red meat dishes and poultry. An ideal wine for a barbecues and social occasions
Winemaker
Juan José Díez González
Taste category
Dry
Vinification details
Faustino VII Tinto is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes, fermented in stainless steel to preserve fresh fruit character. A short maceration and malolactic fermentation enhance smoothness and balance. Aged for around 4 to 6 months in American oak, it offers subtle vanilla notes alongside vibrant red fruit flavours. Designed for early drinking, it's a soft, approachable Rioja with a modern, fruit-forward style.