MANILA – Bodegas Fundador, the oldest and most storied winery in Spain, has received its latest distinction with the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice®️ 2025 Award.
This recognition is based solely on real reviews and ratings extracted from the top 10% of Tripadvisor travelers worldwide.
“Being recognized once again with the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award is a true honor — not just for Bodegas Fundador, but for the passionate team behind every tour, every tasting, and every detail. This award speaks volumes about the authentic experiences we strive to offer and the deep connection our visitors feel with our history, our brandies, and our hospitality. We are proud to represent the heart of Jerez to the world,” says Glenn Manlapaz, CEO, Emperador Inc.
Founded in 1730, Bodegas Fundador stands as Spain’s oldest and largest producer of brandy and sherry, with nearly three centuries of craftsmanship rooted in Jerez. The winery oversees every stage of production—from its vineyards and distillery to ageing cellars, blending and bottling facilities, laboratories, and a distribution center. Its portfolio includes iconic brands such as Fundador — the first Spanish brandy introduced in 1874 — alongside Harveys, Terry Centenario, and Tres Cepas.
Since two centuries ago, Bodegas Fundador has received dignitaries, such as Spanish royal families and Heads of State, including the late former President Corazon Aquino.
This recognition from Tripadvisor reaffirms Bodegas Fundador’s standing as the top-rated experience in the ‘Things to Do in Jerez’ category, bolstered by an outpouring of five-star reviews on Tripadvisor and Google. More significantly, it places the historic winery among the most celebrated destinations worldwide, which is a testament to its commitment to excellence, tradition, and heartfelt hospitality.
“The positive reviews from top Tripadvisor travelers are a source of motivation for all of us at Bodegas Fundador, and we work every day to ensure a truly enriching experience for everyone who chooses us,” shares Eugenia Herrera, head of enotourism, Bodegas Fundador.
More importantly, the recognition is also envisioned to inspire travelers exploring Jerez to uncover the timeless charm of Bodegas Fundador—a cultural treasure nestled in the heart of Spain’s storied sherry triangle. Home to century-old barrels and the Garden of La Puerta de Rota, which is officially recognized as a Site of Cultural Interest, the historic winery offers immersive tours steeped in heritage. Guests can also visit the Fundador Museum, which commemorates 150 years of the first Spanish brandy, and dine at the Casa Fundador Restaurant, where they can sample the region’s finest brandies, wines, and culinary pairings.
“Enotourism is a 360-experience where visitors can feel and understand the brandy journey from vineyards to cellars. A trip to our brandy museum immerses visitors in its history, allowing them to match food with brandy and its mixers, which will convert them to become brandy ambassadors,” explains Angel Piña, chief marketing officer and chief commercial officer, Grupo Emperador Spain.
Bodegas Fundador is 100% owned by Emperador Inc., which is publicly traded on both the Philippine Stock and the Singapore Stock Exchanges. Since 2002, the Travelers’ Choice® Awards from Tripadvisor highlight the best experiences in the world based solely on the real ratings of millions of travelers. Opinions are collected over a 12-month period, and only those activities that maintain outstanding consistency in their quality and attention to visitors are awarded.
