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Commitment to the environment: 100% renewable energy
As a sign of its commitment to the environment, Grupo Alter has reached an agreement for the procurement of energy certified with Guarantees of 100% Renewable Origin. This will mitigate the CO2....
As a sign of its commitment to the environment, Grupo Alter has reached an agreement for the procurement of energy certified with Guarantees of 100% Renewable Origin. This will mitigate the CO2 emissions associated with electricity consumption throughout the term of the contract.
The Guarantee of Origin System (GOs) is a mechanism designed to guarantee that the energy a consumer acquires comes from 100% renewable sources. The National Markets and Competition Commission (CNMC) will issue a certificate confirming the origin of the energy.
Through this system, producers apply to the CNMC for certification of the part of the energy generated from a renewable source. Once they have obtained the certificate, they can pass these guarantees on to any domestic or European distributors who request them. The distributors are then able to offer their customers energy certified with GOs.
22-07-2020 | ALTER | Environment
Non-financial report of the company
Act 11/2018 redrafted Article 49 of the Commercial Code and, in particular, added section 9, which reads as follows: "9. Notwithstanding the disclosure requirements applicable to the consolidated....
Act 11/2018 redrafted Article 49 of the Commercial Code and, in particular, added section 9, which reads as follows: "9. Notwithstanding the disclosure requirements applicable to the consolidated non-financial information statement provided for in this Act, this report shall be made available to the public free of charge and must be easily accessible on the company's website in the six months following the financial year-end date, remaining available for a period of five years."
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01-07-2022 | ALTER | reports
Laboratorios Alter environmental performance
Laboratorios Alter has an environmental management system in place to guarantee the operational control of all environmental aspects, as well as compliance with the requirements set out in the....
Laboratorios Alter has an environmental management system in place to guarantee the operational control of all environmental aspects, as well as compliance with the requirements set out in the UNE-EN-ISO-14001 Environmental Management standard.
It also has environmental permits (on discharges and emissions) granted by the Madrid Region that are subject to regular inspections in order to verify compliance with parameters. Comprehensive internal monitoring of the inspections carried out at appropriate intervals ensures that the permits are adhered to.
Laboratorios Alter participates in the Sustainable Water Management and Waste Minimisation Plans, with the aim of achieving a reduction in the environmental impact of its activities and the continuous development of sustainable and efficient processes.
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28-11-2022 | ALTER | Environmental management
New DISAL Warehouse Management System
The new DISAL Warehouse Management System was successfully implemented at Grupo Alter's central warehouse in Meco (Madrid). DISAL was developed by ALTER's Information Technology Department, and....
The new DISAL Warehouse Management System was successfully implemented at Grupo Alter's central warehouse in Meco (Madrid). DISAL was developed by ALTER's Information Technology Department, and amongst its main advantages, a particular highlight is that it was designed to have a high level of flexibility, allowing it to easily and quickly adapt to the different changing processes throughout the logistics chain, as well as to the wide variety of products that Grupo Alter distributes from its central warehouse (medicines, cosmetics, baby food, promotions).
Another great advantage that DISAL provides to warehouse management is its high degree of integration with the rest of the systems involved in the different warehouse operations, particularly its complete integration with Grupo Alter's ERP system (SAP).
Finally, another highlight is that DISAL has been properly validated for logistics management of pharmaceutical products by a prestigious company renowned for its warehouse management software validation process.
24-05-2019 | ALTER | innovation
Technological solutions to the Serialisation challenge at Grupo Alter
The serialisation, which came into effect 9 February 2019, in accordance with Directive 2011/62/EU and Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/161, establishes a code relating to medicinal products for human....
The serialisation, which came into effect 9 February 2019, in accordance with Directive 2011/62/EU and Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/161, establishes a code relating to medicinal products for human use, as regards the prevention of the entry into the legal supply chain of falsified medicinal products. Its scope extends to European Union Member States and to other non-Member States. It exclusively affects those medicinal products subject to medical prescription, except for those included in the list set out in Annex I of the Regulation; those medicinal products non-subject to medical prescription, included in the list set out in Annex II of the Regulation; to those medicinal products to which Member States extend the scope of application of the unique identifier or of the anti-tampering devices.
The Serialisation challenge at Grupo Alter is linked to a large planned investment for the adaptation of reconditioning lines, the development of plant control systems and integration with partners.
To this end, the Information Technology Department has made a large investment to provide Alter Laboratories with an application that manages the unique identifier from the time it leaves the manufacturer until it is made available on the market.
This application consists of a multi-level web-based solution that safeguards the management and access by all agents involved in the supply process, perfectly integrated at this stage with business flows.
09-05-2019 | ALTER | regulatory compliance
Captio is the new tool implemented by ALTER with which the management of all the company's business travel expenses has been considerably simplified and improved.By taking a simple photo with a....
Captio is the new tool implemented by ALTER with which the management of all the company's business travel expenses has been considerably simplified and improved.
By taking a simple photo with a mobile, Captio lets us store, classify and declare all our expenses, whether they be receipts, allowances or mileage. When the photo is taken, Captio makes an automatic reading of the information and recognises the vendor data, date and amount, thus minimising the information that must be entered later.
With the implementation of Captio, expenditure management is no longer based on inefficient flows and transfer of information on paper, modernising and expediting the entire expenditure management process. At the same time, significant benefits have been achieved resulting from the minimisation of possible sources of error by significantly reducing data entry tasks.
13-03-2019 | ALTER | innovation
Achievement of GDP (Good Distribution Practices) Certificate of Compliance
The facilities at Grupo Alter's central logistics warehouse, located in Meco (Madrid), have earned the Good Distribution Practices Certificate of Compliance for medicines for human use, awarded by....
The facilities at Grupo Alter's central logistics warehouse, located in Meco (Madrid), have earned the Good Distribution Practices Certificate of Compliance for medicines for human use, awarded by the Madrid regional Health Council's Directorate General of Inspection and Regulation.
This Certificate attests that the logistics warehouse complies with the Good Distribution Practices requirements established in article 84 of the 2001/83/CE Directive, Royal Decree 782/2013, of 11 October and Royal Legislative Decree 1/2015 of 24 July.
Grupo Alter's central logistics warehouse boasts a high level of automation in its different processes, based on the use of modern integrated technological systems, which allows it to achieve high output and quality levels throughout the logistical product flow (reception of goods, storage, inventory control, order processing, etc.)
23-10-2018 | ALTER FARMACIA | certifications
The "Alter Genéricos" Unit celebrates its "25th Anniversary" in 2023
"Alter Genéricos" was established in 1998 with the aim of offering a competitive, high-value service to the medical and pharmaceutical community. Today, with 25 years' experience and a range of....
"Alter Genéricos" was established in 1998 with the aim of offering a competitive, high-value service to the medical and pharmaceutical community. Today, with 25 years' experience and a range of more than 117 active ingredients and 286 different presentations, "Alter Genéricos" has cornered the most important areas of the market through its 10 "therapeutic lines".
"Alter Genéricos" is a byword for "effectiveness and safety" in all its products, something it has continually demonstrated through its bioequivalence studies.
"Alter Genéricos" develops and manufactures its generic medicines at its headquarters in Spain.
17-01-2023 | ALTER GENÉRICOS | products
Launches of 4 products suitable for the treatment of type-2 diabetes: "Alter film-coated Sitagliptin" (lactose, gluten and sucrose-free), "Alter film-coated Sitagliptin/Metformin" (lactose, gluten....
Launches of 4 products suitable for the treatment of type-2 diabetes: "Alter film-coated Sitagliptin" (lactose, gluten and sucrose-free), "Alter film-coated Sitagliptin/Metformin" (lactose, gluten and sucrose-free), "Alter film-coated Vildagliptin" (sucrose and gluten-free) and "Alter film-coated Vildagliptin/Metformin" (lactose, gluten and sucrose-free).
17-01-2023 | ALTER GENÉRICOS | products
4th Alzheimer's and Movement Disorders Conference: October 2019
Together with Neurorecordings, Alter Médica has held the 4th edition of the Alzheimer's and Movement Disorders Conference. On this occasion, apart from the papers presented in the morning, the....
Together with Neurorecordings, Alter Médica has held the 4th edition of the Alzheimer's and Movement Disorders Conference. On this occasion, apart from the papers presented in the morning, the conference also included a number of workshops with patients that were aimed at bringing neurologists closer to daily medical practice.
The conference, whose scientific coordination was carried out by Dr J. Ojeda, Dr G. Gutiérrez- Gutiérrez and Dr M. Mata from the Infanta Sofía Hospital in Madrid, offered updates on several topics of interest, such as epileptic paroxysmal phenomena. It also featured speakers from all over Spain, including Dr E. Martínez (Barcelona Clinic Hospital), Dr J Tembl (Valencia La Fe Hospital), Dr E. Gallardo (Santander Valdecilla Hospital), Dr J.M. Pardal (Albacete General Hospital), Dr M.C. Martínez Oroz (Navarra Clinic University) and Dr A. Alonso (Madrid La Paz Hospital), among others.
The interest shown by the more than 120 guests who attended this conference means that we will be continuing our arrangements for the next edition to be held in 2020.
05-10-2019 | ALTER MÉDICA | activities
1st Impuls – AP Conference on Cardiovascular Risk
On 15 October, the first national conference on cardiovascular risk organised by Alter Médica and aimed at primary healthcare physicians was held in Madrid.More than 400 physicians actively....
On 15 October, the first national conference on cardiovascular risk organised by Alter Médica and aimed at primary healthcare physicians was held in Madrid.
More than 400 physicians actively participated in this training activity in which leading scientific experts addressed issues of interest in the field of dyslipidaemia, hypertension and diabetes.
Alter Médica is committed to the prevention of cardiovascular events, the leading cause of death in Spain. With this in mind, it offers doctors and patients a wide range of medicines, as well as continuous training based on the latest European clinical practice guidelines.
The conference ended with a speech by Toni Nadal, who focused on how motivational aspects from the world of sport can be transferred to the management of patients, making them aware of the importance of monitoring their illness in order to achieve a better prognosis.
20-10-2022 | ALTER MÉDICA | activities
Alter Médica enters the field of diabetes
Through the launch of two new products, Disit and Disimet, Alter Médica has added the diabetes market to the therapeutic areas in which it has a presence.Disit is Alter Médica's brand for the....
Through the launch of two new products, Disit and Disimet, Alter Médica has added the diabetes market to the therapeutic areas in which it has a presence.
Disit is Alter Médica's brand for the sitagliptin molecule, whereas Disimet is a combination of sitagliptin and metformin. Both products are suitable for the treatment of type II diabetes, a widespread and increasingly prevalent condition in Spain.
The new range of antidiabetics complements our portfolio of treatments in the cardio-metabolic area, where we already have a significant presence, particularly through our line of antihypertensives and statins.
01-11-2022 | ALTER MÉDICA | products
8th Neurorecordings Conference on Alzheimer's, Movement Disorders and Epilepsy
On 3 June 2023 Alter Médica organised the 8th edition of the Neurorecordings Conference on Alzheimer's, Movement Disorders and Epilepsy. This time around the chosen venue was the Prado Museum....
On 3 June 2023 Alter Médica organised the 8th edition of the Neurorecordings Conference on Alzheimer's, Movement Disorders and Epilepsy. This time around the chosen venue was the Prado Museum auditorium in Madrid.
The conference has become a must-attend event for neurologists, as was made clear by the attendance of more than 250 specialists from Spain and Portugal. Those present at this edition were impressed by the exceptional scientific programme, which addressed a number of highly topical issues of great interest.
Alter Médica maintains firmly committed to the training of specialists and support for neurology.
03-05-2023 | ALTER MÉDICA | activities
Laboratorios Alter, new Sponsor of the Spanish Urology Association (AEU)
At an event held at the headquarters of the Spanish Urology Association (AEU) on 21 May, an agreement was signed by which Laboratorios Alter became a Silver Sponsor of this state-wide scientific....
At an event held at the headquarters of the Spanish Urology Association (AEU) on 21 May, an agreement was signed by which Laboratorios Alter became a Silver Sponsor of this state-wide scientific society.The President of the AEU, Dr Manuel Esteban Fuertes, signed on its behalf, whilst our Chairman, Mr. Alberto Alonso Jentoft, signed on behalf of Grupo Alter.This agreement reflects Grupo Alter's current and future commitment to the treatment of urological diseases, the first example of which is the forthcoming launch in the area of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy.
23-05-2019 | ALTER MEDICA | activities
Alter Médica organises the 2nd edition of Alter Urology
The 2nd Edition of Alter Urology was held in Madrid on 6 May. This national scientific conference is organised by Alter Médica and aimed at Urology specialists.The conference was attended by more....
The 2nd Edition of Alter Urology was held in Madrid on 6 May. This national scientific conference is organised by Alter Médica and aimed at Urology specialists.
The conference was attended by more than 200 people and featured an outstanding scientific programme made up of highly renowned coordinators and speakers in this field. Also present was the leading palaeontologist Juan Luis Arsuaga, who gave a lecture entitled "Why do we get old? The unbearable lightness of the human being".
At the end of the scientific conference, an official dinner was organised for all those present, providing the perfect end to an extraordinary conference.
After the event had ended, all the attendees were sent a satisfaction survey. The most repeated comments were: "Everything was excellent", "Everything was perfect", and "It was all amazing, thank you". This reflects the high degree of satisfaction among the attendees and the level of excellence achieved by this conference. It is also shows how Alter Médica has been able to build an increasingly solid image and enhance its reputation in the field of Urology.
06-05-2023 | ALTER MÉDICA | activities
3rd Congress on Alzheimer's Disease and Movement Disorders
At an event held at the headquarters of the Spanish Urology Association (AEU) on 21 May, an agreement was signed by which Laboratorios Alter became a Silver Sponsor of this state-wide scientific....
At an event held at the headquarters of the Spanish Urology Association (AEU) on 21 May, an agreement was signed by which Laboratorios Alter became a Silver Sponsor of this state-wide scientific society.
The President of the AEU, Dr Manuel Esteban Fuertes, signed on its behalf, whilst our Chairman, Mr. Alberto Alonso Jentoft, signed on behalf of Grupo Alter.
This agreement reflects Grupo Alter's current and future commitment to the treatment of urological diseases, the first example of which is the forthcoming launch in the area of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy.
06-11-2018 | ALTER MEDICA | activities
Germinal launches the perfect serums to prevent premature skin ageing
GERMINAL launches the ULTRA ANTIOXIDANT [4] LIFT SERUMS in a day and night-time version.The passing years and cellular oxidation lead to ageing of the skin caused by external agents such as the sun,....
GERMINAL launches the ULTRA ANTIOXIDANT [4] LIFT SERUMS in a day and night-time version.
The passing years and cellular oxidation lead to ageing of the skin caused by external agents such as the sun, pollution and metabolic processes. This means that the use of antioxidants is the best preventative anti-ageing treatment.
After years of R&D, GERMINAL has created a formula which combines the effects of antioxidants with progressive lifting to give you a long-lasting radiant appearance every day. GERMINAL ULTRA ANTIOXIDANT [4] LIFT DAY SERUM SPF30 and GERMINAL ULTRA ANTIOXIDANT [4] LIFT NIGHT SERUM are made up of 4 antioxidants that prevent premature skin ageing, unify tone, remove blotches and firm the skin, as well as providing brightness.
Its REDOTIOXIL®-based formula, Kakadu plum extract (rich in vitamin C), vitamin E and combination of peptides makes both serums the ideal product for use in your day and night-time beauty ritual to prevent the oxidative damage caused by the rigours of the day and give you a healthy, wrinkle-free face.
For best results, we recommend you combine them both on a daily basis.
17-01-2023 | GERMINAL | products
Germinal wins the Best Branding prize at the "Best! N Beauty & Care Awards"
GERMINAL was one of the winners of the BEST BRANDING & BEST PACKAGING prizes at IPMARK's BEST! N BEAUTY & CARE AWARDS, the marketing awards event for the beauty, perfumery, household and hygiene....
GERMINAL was one of the winners of the BEST BRANDING & BEST PACKAGING prizes at IPMARK's BEST! N BEAUTY & CARE AWARDS, the marketing awards event for the beauty, perfumery, household and hygiene sector that brings the industry's marketing professionals together to honour the best advertising campaigns.
Based on the iconic brand of its renowned Immediate Action Flash ampoules, GERMINAL has developed a strategy in which it brings its "face glow" effect to consumers' everyday beauty care with its successful RADIANCE line.
GERMINAL won this prize thanks to a meticulous 360° offline and online communication campaign that was created to enable the brand to reach all users through a TV spot, digital strategy, multi-channel strategy, communication plan, point of sale, promotional plan, etc.
This ad-hoc cosmetic plan ensures that with GERMINAL, skin care is always in the best hands.
17-01-2023 | GERMINAL | awards
New treatment with Redotioxil, an exclusive antioxidant complex which neutralises cell damage
Vitamin C is a powerful neutraliser of oxidant damage caused by the sun and pollution, but it is sometimes not enough to repair and illuminate our natural beauty.That’s why Germinal has....
Vitamin C is a powerful neutraliser of oxidant damage caused by the sun and pollution, but it is sometimes not enough to repair and illuminate our natural beauty.
That’s why Germinal has launched the new Germinal Deep-Action Antioxidant formula with Redotioxil, an exclusive 24-hour antioxidant complex which effectively neutralises cell damage, illuminates and enhances photo-aged skin and reduces blemishes and wrinkles.
This product has been designed for women of all ages who want to have more luminous and younger skin which is protected from the effects of free radicals. So say goodbye to that tired appearance and those wrinkles!
Germinal Deep-Action Antioxidant, the result of years of research, effectively combats cell damage thanks to the combination of its active ingredients:
- Redotioxil antioxidant complex: neutralises the cell damage caused by free radicals, enhancing the appearance of photo-aged skin, reducing hyperpigmentation and leaving your face luminous.
- Kadaku plum extract: stimulates the synthesis of hyaluronic acid and collagen, decreasing the appearance of wrinkles.
- Vitamin E: combats free radicals as a result of its high antioxidant capacity
- Squalene: enhances skin hydration and elasticity. Decreases the appearance of wrinkles and strengthens the skin barrier.
- Seaweed extracts: rich in vitamins C and B12, they combat the oxidative stress which damages the collagen fibres of our skin. They also provide an anti-pollution shield and have an immediate tightening effect.
- SPF 30: protects the skin against the sun radiation which causes the formation of free radicals.
It is a daily treatment which can be used morning and night in ampoules that are ideal for preserving its properties and ensuring the right concentration and effectiveness of its active ingredients.
Instructions for use:
It is a daily treatment which can be applied morning and/or night before your usual cream.
1. Shake the ampoule.
2. Break off the top and pour the contents into your hands.
3. Apply with gentle touches to the face, neck and neckline, including the contours of the eyes and lips.
On sale in pharmacies and health and beauty stores.
17-07-2019 | GERMINAL | products
New GERMINAL Deep Action Prebiotics
Germinal has launched the first prebiotic treatment in blister format. A solution that stimulates the natural immune system and helps to achieve balanced, unblemished skin.Germinal Deep Action....
Germinal has launched the first prebiotic treatment in blister format. A solution that stimulates the natural immune system and helps to achieve balanced, unblemished skin.
Germinal Deep Action Prebiotics enhances natural beauty by promoting a wide range of highly beneficial actions for the skin:
- Calming and hydrating action: it balances the skin, reducing skin reactivity and peeling while hydrating the dermis.
- Protective action: it protects against imbalances and stress, fighting inflammation, redness and imperfections.
- Firming and anti-wrinkle action: it smooths the skin's microrelief, diminishing wrinkles and providing an immediate lifting effect.
- Anti-pollution action: it forms a protective film to avoid the adhesion of contaminant particles that cause premature ageing.
More information at this link www.germinal.es/prebioticos
14-03-2019 | GERMINAL | products
Germinal launches the flash effect for daily use
No. 1 in the flash ampoules market, GERMINAL has made the iconic Immediate Action formula available for daily use through its innovative IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE line.The GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION....
No. 1 in the flash ampoules market, GERMINAL has made the iconic Immediate Action formula available for daily use through its innovative IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE line.
The GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE range creates a unique day and night-time beauty ritual: day cream, serum and night cream.
GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE ANTI-AGE LIFTING DAY CREAM is the only anti-ageing cream for daily use in the market. With the Germinal Double Effect Flash, it immediately firms, tightens and illuminates your skin for more than 8 hours.
This anti-ageing moisturising cream is recommended for all skin types and anyone over the age of 35 who is starting to worry about premature skin ageing and wants a product that will give them luminous skin and protection against external agents through a SPF30. Its light texture and easy absorption make it easy and very pleasant to apply.
GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION ANTI-AGE LIFTING SERUM is an anti-ageing serum for daily use with an immediate progressive lifting effect for firm, radiant and luminous skin.
This instant beauty cure is suitable for all skin types and anyone over the age of 35. It contains an innovative and exclusive combination of peptides which, together with the GERMINAL Double Effect Flash, improve the appearance of the skin, reduce expression lines, get rid of signs of fatigue and stress and provide daily firmness and brightness.
GERMINAL RADIANCE ANTI-AGE NIGHT CREAM is the new repairing anti-ageing night cream that will make your face glow in the morning.
This night cream repairs and firms your skin and decreases wrinkles while you sleep, giving you a rested face and radiant skin each morning.
In the first few hours of sleep, skin regeneration reaches its peak, so it's very important to finish off your night-time beauty routine with the Radiance Night Anti-Age cream. The exclusive combination of 4 peptides and its aroma means that applying this cream is a real journey through the senses.
It's exactly the kind of relaxation we need at the end of the day!
17-01-2023 | GERMINAL | awards
Germinal Immediate Action Radiance wins the Telva beauty prize for the most practical product
In March 2022, GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE ANTI-AGE LIFTING CREAM was awarded the TELVA Beauty 2022 prize for the most practical product.GERMINAL revolutionised the cosmetics market in the....
In March 2022, GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE ANTI-AGE LIFTING CREAM was awarded the TELVA Beauty 2022 prize for the most practical product.
GERMINAL revolutionised the cosmetics market in the 1980s through the launch of its iconic Immediate Action Flash ampoules. Now it has done it again by releasing its Double Effect Flash in the form of an anti-ageing cream for daily use.
A product that provides simple daily skin care and protection, as well as saving time, is something that every woman wants. And that's exactly what GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE does. In addition to offering an anti-exposome shield and a sun protection factor with a light texture, this cream also moisturises and makes your face glow in a single stroke.
GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE is the first anti-ageing cream on the market to be recommended for all skin types. With the exclusive Germinal Double Effect Flash, it firms, tightens and illuminates your skin in just a few minutes and has a long-lasting effect of more than 8 hours. However, this cream goes even further, since it also offers a maximum moisturising effect through the three components of the HEO System: Humectants: drawing moisture from the air, they hold water in the skin. Emollients: they soften, smooth and enhance the appearance of the skin surface. Occlusives: they form a layer over the skin to prevent the water from evaporating.
Your best friend for everyday beauty care!
01-04-2022 | GERMINAL | awards
Introducing GERMINAL’s first launch of 2024!
From the purest water to the skin’s deepest layers, GERMINAL ACCION INMEDIATA RADIANCE ULTRA HYALURONIC [5] LIFTING SERUM has arrived. The first and only ultra-moisturising serum containing 5....
From the purest water to the skin’s deepest layers, GERMINAL ACCION INMEDIATA RADIANCE ULTRA HYALURONIC [5] LIFTING SERUM has arrived.
The first and only ultra-moisturising serum containing 5 hyaluronic acids, with different molecular weights and the Dual Lifting Effect of GERMINAL® offering an efficacy based on the biggest antiaging ingredient: water.
This powerful ultra-hydrating serum is recommended for all skin types over the age of 35, and is specially formulated for those consumers concerned about premature skin aging who seek that extra hydration to prevent dull, tired-looking, dry skin that lacks brightness.
GERMINAL Ultra Hyaluronic [5] Lifting Serum deeply moisturises skin on all levels while brightening it and reducing wrinkles. With this formula, we go one step further, combining science and beauty to create a daily ally for our consumers.
In addition to the deep action of its 5 hyaluronic acids the lifting effect of the renowned Doble Efecto Flash vials deliver a firming effect that lasts over 12 hours, resulting in luscious skin with an instant glow.
Results are visible in just 30 minutes, with a 65% increase in moisture and 78% extra firmness.
With this launch, the GERMINAL ACCIÓN INMEDIATA RADIANCE family becomes a complete day and night routine that firms, lifts and brightens. A true ally against the signs of aging.
When health and beauty meet, the result is GERMINAL!
13-05-2024 | GERMINAL | products
There’s no day routine, no night routine!
At GERMINAL, we’re celebrating and welcoming GERMINAL RADIANCE COLLAGEN & ELASTIN [4] ANTI-AGE SERUM into the Radiance family. This antiaging serum is recommended for all skin types over the age of....
At GERMINAL, we’re celebrating and welcoming GERMINAL RADIANCE COLLAGEN & ELASTIN [4] ANTI-AGE SERUM into the Radiance family.
This antiaging serum is recommended for all skin types over the age of 40 concerned about the loss of firmness, elasticity and sagging caused by the passage of time.
GERMINAL Radiance Collagen & Elastin [4] Anti-Age Serum offers a novel formula, with four active ingredients aimed at delivering firmness and one aimed at providing elasticity:
2 types of collagen: one soluble and one hydrolised to deliver firmness from the inside out.
2 collagen precursors that provide skin with an extra collagen boost.
1 type of elastin, responsible for creating elastic skin while preventing sagging.
This combination of active ingredients keeps the tissue structure firm and reduces wrinkles and fine lines.
Results are visible in just a month with a 34% increase in firmness, 21% more elasticity and a 33% reduction in wrinkles.
Daily, night-time use is recommended as this is when the skin regenerates and is repaired in depth.
With this launch, the GERMINAL ACCIÓN INMEDIATA RADIANCE family becomes a complete day and night routine that firms, lifts and brightens. A true ally against the signs of aging.
When health and beauty meet, the result is GERMINAL!
13-05-2024 | GERMINAL | products
Germinal launches the best tightening eye cream on the market
Welcome to the first GERMINAL launch of 2023! The new GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE ANTI-AGE LIFTING EYE CREAM is here.The only eye cream on the market with the immediate progressive....
Welcome to the first GERMINAL launch of 2023! The new GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE ANTI-AGE LIFTING EYE CREAM is here.
The only eye cream on the market with the immediate progressive GERMINAL© lifting effect, its 4 tightening agents will give you the rested, bright and wrinkle-free gaze that you get from an ULTRA TIGHTENING cream.
This eye cream is recommended for all skin types over the age of 40, and is particularly suitable for any women worried about bags and dark circles under their eyes, expression lines and sagging of the upper eyelid.
GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE ANTI-AGE LIFTING EYE CREAM reduces bags and dark circles under your eyes and provides firmness and brightness for over 12 hours. A menthol derivative clears the eyes as well as freshening up the area.
With this launch, the GERMINAL IMMEDIATE ACTION RADIANCE range has become a complete day and night-time routine to firm, tighten and illuminate your skin. It is a true ally in the fight against the signs of ageing.
When it comes to beauty and health, you can rely on GERMINAL!
12-06-2023 | GERMINAL | products
The GERMINAL RADIANCE range is growing and has now become a day and night-time routine, following the launch of its latest GERMINAL RADIANCE NIGHT anti-ageing night cream.Every night in the first few....
The GERMINAL RADIANCE range is growing and has now become a day and night-time routine, following the launch of its latest GERMINAL RADIANCE NIGHT anti-ageing night cream.
Every night in the first few hours of sleep, skin regeneration reaches its peak, so it's very important to finish off your night-time facial beauty routine with a night cream that meets the daily needs of your skin. GERMINAL RADIANCE NIGHT is the perfect product to do this - a repairing anti-ageing night cream that will make your face glow in the morning.
This night cream is recommended for all skin types over the age of 40, and is particularly suitable for any women worried about premature skin ageing.
GERMINAL RADIANCE NIGHT repairs, regenerates and firms your skin while you sleep, giving you a rested face and radiant skin each morning. It also moisturises deeply, unifies tone, provides brightness and reduces imperfections thanks to the combination of the 4 tightening peptides included in its formulation.
This night-time beauty cream is the perfect way to finish off your end-of-the-day facial routine. Niacinamide, bakuchiol and aromas from the Gourmand fragrance family, among others, offer a delightfully sweet combination to create the relaxing atmosphere you need to get your beauty sleep.
As the latest addition to the GERMINAL range, RADIANCE NIGHT works to ensure that you wake up each morning with an INSTANTLY FIRM and RADIANT complexion.
12-06-2023 | GERMINAL | products
Grupo Alter's new facilities in Madrid
Construction of Grupo Alter's new pharmaceutical plant in Madrid has begun. The building will be located on the Meco R-2 Industrial Estate and will form part of the industrial complex that the Group....
Construction of Grupo Alter's new pharmaceutical plant in Madrid has begun. The building will be located on the Meco R-2 Industrial Estate and will form part of the industrial complex that the Group has in Meco. The complex is also the location of the manufacturing plants for Nutribén baby food products, as well as Grupo Alter's central logistics warehouse.
The new plant will feature a high level of innovation, as well as the most advanced technological resources currently available for manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical industry.
The new facilities will cover a total floor area of 17,216m2 and will enable Grupo Alter to meet future growth. The estimated timescale for completion of the project is three years.
The new pharmaceutical plant consolidates the comprehensive renovation of Grupo Alter's industrial facilities. This began with the construction of the new Algry Química S.L. factory in Palos de la Frontera (Huelva), and continued in Meco (Madrid) with the two new Nutribén manufacturing plants and the Group's current central logistics warehouse.
24-10-2019 | LABORATORIOS ALTER | facilities
NUTRIBÉN offers it support in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic
Nutribén is working alongside society by launching a range of initiatives aimed at providing assistance to the institutions on the front line in the Covid-19 pandemic.Nutribén has....
Nutribén is working alongside society by launching a range of initiatives aimed at providing assistance to the institutions on the front line in the Covid-19 pandemic.
Nutribén has contacted numerous hospitals to deliver ready-made baby food and enable it to be distributed and used among patients and healthcare workers.
Nutribén thus confirms its steadfast commitment to help society tackle this emergency and offers its full support, recognition and gratitude to all the professionals helping to curb this pandemic
02-04-2020 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
Nutribén® paediatrician consultation service
The online paediatrician consultation service offered by Nutribén® has established itself as a very useful and interesting reference tool for parents in the Nutribén® Club....
The online paediatrician consultation service offered by Nutribén® has established itself as a very useful and interesting reference tool for parents in the Nutribén® Club (https://www.nutriben.es/club-nutriben)
Every day Doctor Cristina de la Torre responds to all kinds of paediatric queries on the important issue of baby food, in particular the introduction of new foods. She also answers questions on a wide range of issues relating to babies’ health such as allergies, colic, constipation, reflux, vaccinations, fever, etc.
This surgery has been of particular interest during the lockdown period and the spread of COVID-19, as people have had many concerns and questions about the virus and how it can be prevented, its means of transmission, possible symptoms, etc.
09-06-2020 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
Nutribén organised the latest edition of the NutriScience Symposium, which on this occasion saw the presentation of the latest developments and information on recent research into the most....
Nutribén organised the latest edition of the NutriScience Symposium, which on this occasion saw the presentation of the latest developments and information on recent research into the most prevalent conditions in Gastroenterology and Paediatric Nutrition.
By holding these types of events, Nutribén is helping to increase and spread information and knowledge that can help to provide the whole child population with a more objective and personalised welfare state.
The third edition of this symposium took place at the Solar de Samaniego winery in Laguardia (Álava), and the speakers included specialist paediatric doctors and opinion leaders in this field.
29-02-2020 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
In order to support communication of the main hygiene measures required to tackle the pandemic caused by COVID-19 since the crisis began in March, Nutribén has distributed 1,000 posters in....
In order to support communication of the main hygiene measures required to tackle the pandemic caused by COVID-19 since the crisis began in March, Nutribén has distributed 1,000 posters in hospitals. The posters include a number of very simple recommendations on the basic hygiene measures that must be taken.
A further 1,000 posters have also been distributed in pharmacies, along with pictures to colour in and keep children entertained during lockdown.
07-05-2020 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
Nutribén as a success story for labelling in Braille
Nutribén, our leading brand of baby food products, was put forward as a successful model at the workshop organised by Packnet in Madrid, at the ECOEMBES headquarters. The Spanish Technological....
Nutribén, our leading brand of baby food products, was put forward as a successful model at the workshop organised by Packnet in Madrid, at the ECOEMBES headquarters. The Spanish Technological Platform for Containers and Packaging organised this workshop as a result of the recent campaign launched by the Spanish National Organization of the Blind (ONCE), which aimed to promote awareness of the importance of perfectly recognisable Braille labelling on the packaging of consumer staples in order to make the daily lives of blind people or those with serious visual impairment, easier.
29-11-2018 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
Madrid Food Bank Foundation Prize
The Board of Trustees of the Madrid Food Bank Foundation has unanimously agreed to recognise our company's collaboration and solidarity with the aims of the Foundation by awarding it the 2019 Madrid....
The Board of Trustees of the Madrid Food Bank Foundation has unanimously agreed to recognise our company's collaboration and solidarity with the aims of the Foundation by awarding it the 2019 Madrid Food Bank Prize for Food Donating Companies.
The awards ceremony for ALTER and the other prize-winners took place at the event to celebrate World Food Day, which was held at the headquarters of the Madrid Food Bank.
The award of this prize highlights our company's invaluable collaboration with the Madrid Food Bank Foundation and our commitment to the most disadvantaged people in the region.
16-10-2019 | NUTRIBÉN | awards
The Nutrinfant Professorship rewards paediatric research and dissemination
The top three clinical paediatric cases presented at the 26th Further Training Course for National Fourth Year Residents in Paediatrics have been awarded a prize of €3,000 provided by the....
The top three clinical paediatric cases presented at the 26th Further Training Course for National Fourth Year Residents in Paediatrics have been awarded a prize of €3,000 provided by the Nutrinfant Professorship. The award of this prize was part of the 26th Annual Conference of the Spanish Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (SEGHNP), held in Santander.
The Nutrinfant Professorship is the organisation behind this initiative, the latest example of its commitment to promoting paediatric research and further training. The “Nutrinfant” Professorship in Child Health and Nutrition was set up in May 2017 following an agreement between the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM), its Foundation (FUAM) and Nutribén®, under the auspices of the Teófilo Hernando Foundation Institute (IFTH) and the leadership of Professor Antonio García García.
According to Professor García, the aim of the collaboration between Nutribén® and the UAM’s IFTH is to “promote applied research and offer scientific and academic support in the field of health and its relationship with child nutrition. With regard to training, the organisation of courses on health and nutrition for health sector professionals is envisaged, as well as participation in graduate and postgraduate teaching activities. Educational events and conferences are also being organised for stakeholders in the field”.
27-06-2019 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
Symposium organised by Nutribén on false myths about food allergies
Nutribén along with Dr Jorge Martínez Pérez, Attending Physician of the Gastroenterology and Nutrition Department at the Niño Jesús University Children's Hospital,....
Nutribén along with Dr Jorge Martínez Pérez, Attending Physician of the Gastroenterology and Nutrition Department at the Niño Jesús University Children's Hospital, held a symposium to promote a correct understanding of certain commonly misunderstood aspects, or false myths, about food allergies.
'Food intolerances are not a serious concern; what is really important are food allergies.'
A distinction must be made between the two conditions, although both can present similar symptoms. Food intolerances usually result in a general ill feeling in the digestive system of the person who ingests a food they do not tolerate (nausea, gas, abdominal cramping, diarrhoea...). In the case of food allergies, they not only cause the person to feel ill, but they can also cause life-threatening reactions.
'Just a little bit won't hurt you...'
Let us use the example of a child who has suffered some mild allergic reactions from ingesting some kind of food. In the first instance, we could think that it is not anything to worry about because 'the child only had a few little bumps... it's nothing serious, just a little temporary itching in his mouth...' Downplaying the matter is quite a serious mistake, as there is always the possibility that the child's next allergic reaction could be life threatening. Ingesting a microscopic amount of a certain food, or even touching or inhaling it, could trigger serious allergic reactions. This is what is known as the Booster Effect.
'Coeliac disease is caused by a food allergy to gluten.'
Nowadays, we tend to generalise and call everyone who follows a gluten-free diet 'coeliacs', but there are different conditions related to this protein. Clinically, there exist several types of reactions to gluten that are classified as follows:
- Coeliac disease. This is a permanent intolerance to gluten that requires a strictly gluten-free diet, as this is the only existing therapy for coping with it.
- Non-coeliac gluten sensitivity. In contrast to coeliac disease, this can be temporary and disappear after a couple of years abstaining from gluten.
- Wheat allergy. This does present 100% as a case of allergy to the grain, with all the risks that entails.
'Lactose-free milk is better than the rest.'
For several years, there has been a trending debate in society between whether it is better to consume milk with or without lactose, due to people self-diagnosing themselves as intolerant to this molecule. It is erroneously presumed that lactose is a 'bad' component in milk, when in fact, it is just a natural sugar found in the drink. It is even advisable that people who are truly intolerant consume a certain amount of lactose, as it contributes to maintaining intestinal flora and to increasing calcium absorption, amongst other properties.
'Cooking removes allergens from foods.'
It is completely impossible to remove allergens from a food, whether by cooking it or by any other culinary technique, such as freezing. In the case of bacteria, it is, indeed, possible to eliminate them through cooking. It has been shown that bacteria are killed when exposed to temperatures above 100ºC, consequently improving the state of the food in question.
22-03-2019 | NUTRIBÉN | activities
Nutribén innova ®470ml format for hospital use.A format designed for breast-fed babies who are admitted to hospital in non-maternity wards.
Nutribén innova ®470ml format for hospital use.
A format designed for breast-fed babies who are admitted to hospital in non-maternity wards.
02-10-2024 | NUTRIBÉN | products
Nutribén® extends its range of solutions for the nutritional management of cow’s milk protein allergies. Nutribén® Elemental is a free amino-acid based formula for....
Nutribén® extends its range of solutions for the nutritional management of cow’s milk protein allergies.
Nutribén® Elemental is a free amino-acid based formula for special medical use, designed for the dietary management of severe cow’s milk protein allergies, multiple food allergies, severe FPIES or other situations that require a free amino-acid diet for breast-fed babies. It has low osmolarity (232 mOsm/L) and does not contain any gluten, lactose, sucrose or fructose. It is for enteral (oral or tube) use and for prescription by paediatricians specialising in gastroenterology and allergology.
02-10-2024 | NUTRIBÉN | products
Nutribén® launches the second stage of the special baby formula Confort 2Nutribén® Confort 2 is a nutritionally complete baby formula for special medical use in breast-fed....
Nutribén® launches the second stage of the special baby formula Confort 2
Nutribén® Confort 2 is a nutritionally complete baby formula for special medical use in breast-fed babies aged 6 months and over. It has been specifically designed to reduce colic and constipation.
The two specialised stages of the formula have been adapted to the development and growth of the baby: Nutribén® Confort 1 from birth to 6 months and Nutribén® Confort 2 from 6 months onwards.
Nutribén® Confort 2 contains partially hydrolysed proteins and is enriched with α-lactalbumin. It contains 33% β-palmitate, includes corn starch as a thickener, and has a 47% lactose content.
Nutribén® is continuing its research and innovation in baby food as part of its efforts to meet the needs and latest trends in the children’s market.
02-10-2024 | NUTRIBÉN | products
Nutribén® launches its first 100% organic cereals.
2024 has begun with the launch of Nutribén® eco and its first recipe to be made up solely of 100% organic cereals: Nutribén® eco Multi-Cereal.This recipe is for babies aged 6....
2024 has begun with the launch of Nutribén® eco and its first recipe to be made up solely of 100% organic cereals: Nutribén® eco Multi-Cereal.
This recipe is for babies aged 6 months and over and contains 100% cereals: wheat, rice, barley, oats and rye, all of them grown organically. It does not contain any added sugars or the sugars produced during Nutribén’s® exclusive natural production process, helping the littlest ones to get used to flavours that are not so sweet.
Nutribén® eco Multi-Cereal is a source of fibre, as it contains whole-grain cereals. It is also enriched with vitamin B1 to help maintain neuronal development and function. It does not contain any palm oil.
It is easy to dissolve and has a smooth texture that helps it to thicken and means there is no need to add any extra scoops, ensuring that the baby is not overfed. Its exclusive ZIP lock keeps the ingredients secure.
This launch confirms Nutribén’s® continuous innovation as it strives to meet its customers’ needs by offering healthy, balanced and 100% organic recipes.
09-01-2024 | NUTRIBÉN | products
Award "Escolha do Consumidor 2023" – Papas Infantis
Nutribén has been, once again, chosen as "Escolha do Consumidor 2023" in the category of baby food.In this category, 1401 consumers evaluated 3 brands in the market. Characteristics such as the....
Nutribén has been, once again, chosen as "Escolha do Consumidor 2023" in the category of baby food.
In this category, 1401 consumers evaluated 3 brands in the market. Characteristics such as the variety of flavors/ingredients, adapted nutritional reference values, options for different nutritional needs/allergies were evaluated, obtaining Nutribén an overall score of 82.87%.
08-02-2023 | NUTRIBÉN | awards
Nutribén® extends the nutritional management of cow's milk protein allergy in babies
Nutribén® has launched Nutribén® Hydrolysed Rice, an infant formula for the management of cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA). This launch represents an alternative to extensively....
Nutribén® has launched Nutribén® Hydrolysed Rice, an infant formula for the management of cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA). This launch represents an alternative to extensively hydrolysed casein and/or serum protein formulas, and supports the normal growth of babies with CMPA in a similar way to other hypoallergenic formulas. It also offers improved flavour and contains no cow's milk peptides or phytoestrogens.
There is increasing international interest in the use of hydrolysed rice formulas, and they are starting to be placed at the same level as extensively hydrolysed milk protein formulas (DRACMA – World Allergy Organization). This is therefore a growing market in Spain.
Nutribén® is continuing to expand its paediatric solutions for prescription in CMPA.
17-01-2023 | NUTRIBÉN | products
"Escolha do Consumidor 2022" Prize – Papas Infantis
Nutriben has been chosen as the "Escolha do Consumidor 2022" in the baby food category. In this category, 1750 consumers evaluated 3 market brands. The evaluated characteristics included the variety....
Nutriben has been chosen as the "Escolha do Consumidor 2022" in the baby food category. In this category, 1750 consumers evaluated 3 market brands. The evaluated characteristics included the variety of flavours/ingredients, the adapted nutrient reference values and the options for different nutritional needs/allergies. Nutriben was awarded an overall score of 81.51%.
01-09-2022 | NUTRIBÉN | awards
Nutribén innova® ZERO%: the new premium range of cereals with no added or produced sugars.
There are 3 new cereal recipes in the Nutribén innova® premium range:· Nutribén innova® ZERO% Gluten-Free Cereals: for babies aged 4 months and over.·....
There are 3 new cereal recipes in the Nutribén innova® premium range:
· Nutribén innova® ZERO% Gluten-Free Cereals: for babies aged 4 months and over.
· Nutribén innova® ZERO% 5 Cereals: for babies aged 6 months and over.
· Nutribén innova® ZERO% 8 Cereals: for babies aged 6 months and over.
Nutribén innova® ZERO% does not contain any added or produced sugars: the cereals are not hydrolysed or dextrinised. In line with WHO recommendations, in each feed the baby consumes less than 0.85g of the sugar naturally present in cereals.
Its three recipes also contain a very high percentage of cereals, the exclusive BPL1® HT postbiotic and are a source of fibre, iron, calcium and phosphorous. They are enriched with 11 vitamins and do not contain any palm oil. Nutribén innova® ZERO% 5 and 8 Cereals are made up of whole-grain cereals. Their exclusive ZIP lock keeps the ingredients secure.
Nutribén® is continuing to innovate in order to offer the best baby food: balanced, healthy and with the highest levels of quality and safety.
09-01-2024 | NUTRIBÉN | products
6 of the Solar de Samaniego Group’s wines make their mark in the 2024 Gourmet Wine Guide
Three Ribera del Duero and three Rioja wines were given a high rating in the latest edition of this renowned guide, which provides an invaluable benchmark for wine lovers. Ribera del....
Three Ribera del Duero and three Rioja wines were given a high rating in the latest edition of this renowned guide, which provides an invaluable benchmark for wine lovers.
Ribera del Duero
· Durón Cueva del Raposo 2019: 95 points
· Óptimo de Durón Reserva 2018: 94 points
· Maestro de Durón Crianza 2020: 91 points
Rioja
· Carranavaridas 2019: 93 points
· Musco 2019: 92 points
· Solar de Samaniego 7 Cepas Reserva 2018: 90 points
This latest edition of the Vinos Gourmets Guide, the 39th, includes reviews of more than 1,000 wineries and 4,700 wines from different winemaking regions, including everything from classic European wines to emerging New World producers.
One of its defining features is its focus on the quality and uniqueness of the wines, providing detailed information on their organoleptic characteristics, suggested pairings and tasting notes for each one. Expert tasters and renowned sommeliers offer their expertise to provide a balanced and objective overview of the current winemaking scene.
The guide includes comments on the emerging trends, as well as a section devoted to boutique wineries and those that are committed to sustainability and environmental quality. Its detailed reviews and tips make it a valuable tool for any wine lover. All in all, it can truly be considered a masterpiece in the world of winemaking publications.
You can purchase these rated wines from the online store www.solardesamaniego.com, by calling 945943629 or by visiting the winery stores.
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23-05-2024 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
Bodegas Durón’s wines even triumph in Hong Kong!
James Suckling, a leading figure with more than 30 years’ experience as a senior editor and European critic for the renowned publication “Wine Spectator”, whose ratings are considered a valuable....
James Suckling, a leading figure with more than 30 years’ experience as a senior editor and European critic for the renowned publication “Wine Spectator”, whose ratings are considered a valuable benchmark by producers, distributors and wine lovers alike, has tasted our wines. And his verdict is excellent!
In May 2023, a team from Bodegas Durón sent some samples of our wines to the critic, who lives in Hong Kong. And we are proud to say that three of them achieved a score of more than 90 points, meaning they can be considered excellent wines.
· Maestro de Durón Crianza 2020: 90 points. The Bodegas Durón Crianza that faithfully represents the traditional values of Ribera del Duero, it can now be purchased from our online store, by calling 945 943 629 or by visiting Bodegas Durón.
· Maestro de Durón Reserva 2019: 92 points. The new Bodegas Durón Reserva will go on sale in 2024. Given that the 2019 vintage was classified as Excellent by the Regulatory Board, a limited number has been prepared in a Magnum format designed for long-term ageing. You can sign up for the waiting list here.
· Durón Cueva del Raposo 2020: 92 points. We’ll have to wait a while to enjoy the 2020 vintage of Bodegas Durón’s signature wine, which has captivated critics and wine lovers alike.
Suckling’s opinion is respected for several reasons: For his blind tasting, rigorous approach and objectivity. For his tireless search for excellence. And for his 100-point scoring system, which has become a recognised standard. This means that any wines that are given high ratings see an increase in demand and market visibility.
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23-05-2024 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
The wine tourism experience offered by Bodegas Solar de Samaniego through its DOCa Rioja is continuing to win awards. This time it was the La Vanguardia newspaper's 2022 Wine Guide awards,....
The wine tourism experience offered by Bodegas Solar de Samaniego through its DOCa Rioja is continuing to win awards. This time it was the La Vanguardia newspaper's 2022 Wine Guide awards, organised by Lluís Tolosa and featuring several renowned experts: Ferran Centelles, Meritxell Falgueras, María José Huertas, Alicia Estrada and Zoltan Nagy.
Wine Tourism, Art and Culture is a category that recognises the work of Bodegas Solar de Samaniego, the latest winner of the Best of Wine Tourism Bilbao-Rioja 2022 prize in this category. With half a century of history behind it, the industrial architecture typical of the 1970s has been reinterpreted and turned into a modern cultural and wine tourism centre. The Solar de Samaniego "Beber Entre Líneas" (Drink Between the Lines) project has transformed every last space, in particular through the monumental work by the muralist Guido van Helten on the old concrete vats.
The Guide, which recognises "the best 100 Spanish wines you cannot miss", selected our Cabeza de Cuba Crianza as one of those which offers the best value for money on the domestic market.
14-02-2022 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
The 2024 Peñín Guide rates three of the Solar de Samaniego Group’s wines
Óptimo Durón Reserva 2018 (91 points), Durón Cueva del Raposo 2019 (90 points) and Solar de Samaniego 7 Cepas Reserva 2018 (90 points) were all given high scores in the prestigious guide, which was....
Óptimo Durón Reserva 2018 (91 points), Durón Cueva del Raposo 2019 (90 points) and Solar de Samaniego 7 Cepas Reserva 2018 (90 points) were all given high scores in the prestigious guide, which was founded by José Peñín and is an important benchmark in the wine world.
Characterised by its specific focus on Spanish wines, the guide covers all of the country’s winemaking regions. This comprehensive coverage ensures that the guide provides a full picture of the Spanish winemaking scene, giving readers an in-depth and up-to-date view of the trends, varieties and styles that characterise Spain as a wine producing country.
This latest edition is notable for its extensive tasting process. Its team of highly qualified and experienced tasters carry out a thorough analysis of several thousand wines. Aspects such as their colour, bouquet, balance and persistence are rigorously evaluated to provide a full and precise description. This meticulous process contributes to the credibility of the scores and recommendations included in the guide.
Since its creation in 1990, the Peñín Guide has established itself as an authority in the Spanish wine sector due to its comprehensive approach, the experience of its founder and its tasting team, and its commitment to objectivity in the evaluation of wines. Its influence in the wine sector is undeniable. What’s more, its ratings are considered a guarantee of quality and a significant indicator of a wine’s worth in the market.
You can purchase our rated wines and many others at www.solardesamaniego.com, by calling 945943629 or by visiting the Bodegas Solar de Samaniego and Bodegas Durón stores.
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23-05-2024 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
A new innovative winemaking project from Bodegas Durón!
Continuing its R&D&i work, the Solar de Samaniego Group has launched the new Durón Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, officially designated as a Wine from the Land of Castilla y León. The idea came about when....
Continuing its R&D&i work, the Solar de Samaniego Group has launched the new Durón Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, officially designated as a Wine from the Land of Castilla y León.
The idea came about when a select group of wine club members tasted wine made with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes taken straight from the vat. The positive reception it received encouraged us to make a wine using this type of red grape.
This thick-skinned variety with abundant colour, flavour and tannin “pairs” extremely well with the hot and dry Castilian summers and the cool nighttime temperatures that help to retain the grapes’ acidity and fresh fruit flavours. It tends to be used in Bodegas Durón’s most special wines, such as Óptimo de Durón, Durón Cueva del Raposo or Maestro de Durón Reserva.
The new Durón Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels, boasts a cherry red colour with an intensely aromatic nose, aromas of spice, black pepper and clove, and notes of undergrowth and fallen leaves. The wood, perfectly integrated and balanced with the wine, provides aromas of leather and game with balsamic notes. It is balanced and silky on the palate, with long and refined sweet tannins, has no edges and leaves a very pleasant aftertaste.
What’s more, thanks to the bodega’s winemaking team, which registered the new wine as PGI, it is in every respect a Wine from the Land of Castilla y León.
With only 5,190 exclusive bottles produced, you can purchase it at www.solardesamaniego.com, by calling 945943629 or by visiting the Bodegas Durón store.
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23-05-2024 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | innovation
Valcavada awarded 95 points in the 38th edition of the Gourmet Wine Guide
More than 4,000 wines from 1,150 Spanish wineries were blind tasted between October 2021 and September 2022 for the 38th edition of the oldest winemaking publication in our country: the Gourmet Wine....
More than 4,000 wines from 1,150 Spanish wineries were blind tasted between October 2021 and September 2022 for the 38th edition of the oldest winemaking publication in our country: the Gourmet Wine Guide 2023: Best in Spain.
The Valcavada 2017 vintage was awarded 95 points in a blind tasting and once again confirmed its position as the most honoured wine from Bodegas Solar de Samaniego. The tasting committee of the Gourmet Wine Guide described the 2017 vintage as follows:
"Ruby cherry in colour, it is aromatic and hearty, with notes of cassis, cherries in liqueur, black liquorice, balsamics, After Eight, charcoal, graphite, cedar and tobacco leaf. Potent, it has a well-proportioned structure, great fruit concentration accompanied by balanced acidity and a rich tannin flavour, with a long-lasting spicy and mineral finish."
12-12-2022 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
4 wines from the Solar de Samaniego Group win prizes at the Mundus Vini competition
The wines from the Solar de Samaniego Group achieved great success at the prestigious Mundus Vini international wine competition, organised by the German publishing house, Meininger.This year the....
The wines from the Solar de Samaniego Group achieved great success at the prestigious Mundus Vini international wine competition, organised by the German publishing house, Meininger.
This year the competition took place in the German city of Neustadt an der Weinstrasse, in late February. Over a week of intense tasting, a jury made up of 242 wine experts from 46 different nations blind tasted more than 7,500 wines from winegrowing regions across the world.
The following wines from the Solar de Samaniego Group were awarded gold medals:
- Durón Cueva del Raposo 2019.
- Solar de Samaniego 7 Cepas Reserva 2018.
- Valcavada Reserva 2018.
- Durón Crianza 2019.
11-04-2023 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
As has become the norm in recent years, and in 2023 in particular, our wines have continued to win prizes and awards in every competition they enter: Solar de Samaniego 7 Cepas Reserva 2018 and....
As has become the norm in recent years, and in 2023 in particular, our wines have continued to win prizes and awards in every competition they enter: Solar de Samaniego 7 Cepas Reserva 2018 and Valcavada Reserva 2018 were awarded the gold medal at the prestigious Bacchus 2023 Awards.
As reported on the website of the Spanish Union of Wine Tasters, no wine event held in Spain has managed to bring together over four days quite such a team of wine tasting experts as the members of the Bacchus panel of judges. More than a hundred names from a variety of backgrounds all came to offer their professionalism and experience. The specialist journalists, sommeliers, oenologists, Masters of Wine and Masters of Sommelier made up an elite team to evaluate and recognise the quality of the wines present at the Bacchus Awards.
10-05-2023 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
Another gold medal for Valcavada
As has become traditional in recent years, the new Valcavada Reserva vintage is also winning awards. This time around it was a gold medal at the World Wine Championship in Brussels. The second wine....
As has become traditional in recent years, the new Valcavada Reserva vintage is also winning awards. This time around it was a gold medal at the World Wine Championship in Brussels. The second wine entered by the Solar de Samaniego Group, in this case, Durón Crianza 2019, was also awarded a silver medal at this edition. These prizes will encourage all the members of the wineries' technical team to continue their work producing the utmost quality and to make the most of the renovated vinification and ageing facilities of Bodegas Solar de Samaniego.
25-05-2023 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
Solar de Samaniego launches its new range of wines from old vineyards
The first wine from the new Old Vineyards collection is now available: MUSCO 2019There's no more exciting concept in the world of wine than old vineyards. The feeling that the glass of wine in....
The first wine from the new Old Vineyards collection is now available: MUSCO 2019
There's no more exciting concept in the world of wine than old vineyards. The feeling that the glass of wine in your hand contains the history of a place, of a landscape, is difficult to beat. It's wonderful to taste fruit borne of roots over 30 years old which absorb the water and the nutrients from the deepest layers of the earth on which they grow...
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01-06-2022 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | products
Bodegas Solar de Samaniego is celebrating its 50th anniversary
Our wineries are 50 years old. Click on this link to take a trip through all of its different phases.see complete article
Our wineries are 50 years old. Click on this link to take a trip through all of its different phases.
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15-06-2022 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | aniversary
PRIZES awarded to Solar de Samaniego wines
Our wines have won numerous prizes in 2022A Bodegas Durón wine won the best Ribera del Duero prize at the 31st edition of the MUNDUS VINI GRAND INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDSsee complete articleA Solar de....
Our wines have won numerous prizes in 2022
A Bodegas Durón wine won the best Ribera del Duero prize at the 31st edition of the MUNDUS VINI GRAND INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS
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A Solar de Samaniego was one of eight Riojas awarded a Gold Medal at the latest edition of the World Wine Championship in Brussels
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Five Bodegas Solar de Samaniego and Bodegas Durón wines were among those with more than 90 points in the new Peñín Guide
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29-11-2022 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
'Solar de Samaniego, Integrated Landscape' Ideas Competition
We organised an international competition in collaboration with the UNESCO’s Cultural Landscapes and Heritage Chair to integrate our winery in Laguardia into the Rioja natural and cultural....
We organised an international competition in collaboration with the UNESCO’s Cultural Landscapes and Heritage Chair to integrate our winery in Laguardia into the Rioja natural and cultural landscape.
With the initiative, the façade and exterior of the winery facilities, situated at the foot of the medieval town of Laguardia and which are an example of typical 1970s industrial architecture, will be renovated. The deadline for the submission of proposals is 29th May. The creative intervention will take place during the summer and is expected to be completed in the autumn.
An international jury of great prestige in the academic, landscape, artistic and cultural fields will evaluate and choose the final project from those submitted by a selection of guest landscaping, architecture and design colleges and universities. Among others, it will be formed by Petra Blaisse from the Dutch studio Inside Outside; the renowned Australian muralist Guido Van Helten, who already transformed our Espacio Medio Millón; Manuel Gallego, National Architecture Award 2008; Joaquim Sabaté Bel, architect and economist specialised in cultural landscape; and José González-Cebrián, former director of A Coruña Higher Technical School of Architecture and former municipal architect of this city. On Thursday 7th June, the jury will visit the region of Rioja Alavesa, Laguardia and Bodegas Solar de Samaniego. The winning proposal will be chosen during a session of discussion and reflection held in the Winery.
The Competition Rules can be downloaded here.
29-05-2018 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | competition
Micro-Story Competition for the new 7 Cepas Reserva collection
Bodegas Solar de Samaniego has organised a Micro-Story Competition to accompany the launch of the new 7 Cepas Reserva DOCa Rioja collection as part of the Beber Entre Líneas (Drink Between the Lines)....
Bodegas Solar de Samaniego has organised a Micro-Story Competition to accompany the launch of the new 7 Cepas Reserva DOCa Rioja collection as part of the Beber Entre Líneas (Drink Between the Lines) project. The aim is to bring wine and literature together and give participants the chance to display their own literary creations.
Each bottle of 7 Cepas, one for each month of the year, displays a text by some of the most outstanding writers in history. Solar de Samaniego is now offering participants in the Micro-Story Competition the chance to give free rein to their creativity.
It is a celebration of the fusion of literature and wine through which Solar de Samaniego is accompanying the launch of the 7 Cepas Reserva 2015 DOCa Rioja collection.
7 Cepas is one of the most special editions of wine from the La Rioja-based winery and is made up of 12 bottles, one for each month of the year. Each of the labels features a selected text by one of the most important authors in history, accompanied by illustrations by Elena Odriozola, winner of the National Illustration Prize. For example, April was the month of Miguel de Cervantes, May was dedicated to Honoré de Balzac and June featured WB Yeats. The collection offers a chance to revisit these world-famous authors while enjoying a leisurely glass of this Reserva DOCa Rioja Tempranillo and Graciano wine blend from 2015, a year classified as Very Good.
05-04-2020 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | activities
Cabeza de Cuba Crianza 2016 wins the Grand Gold Medal
The latest edition of the Tempranillo World Championship, the most important international competition in the world for this grape variety, was held in Brussels on 20 December. At the event, Cabeza....
The latest edition of the Tempranillo World Championship, the most important international competition in the world for this grape variety, was held in Brussels on 20 December. At the event, Cabeza de Cuba Crianza 2016, the Guild's iconic wine, won the Grand Gold Medal.
The jury, made up of 35 tasters including wine experts, distributors and importers, as well as members of the specialist press, evaluated more than 570 samples from a range of different countries. At the same competition, 4 of our wines were also awarded gold medals: Solar de Samaniego Crianza 2016, El Cerrao Crianza 2016, Durón Cabeza de Cuba Crianza 2016 and 7 Cepas Reserva 2014. The medals are recognition of the work, passion and effort that the Solar de Samaniego Group puts into the meticulous production of its wines.
20-12-2019 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | products
The Solar de Samaniego winery, with its "Beber Entre Líneas" (Drink Between the Lines) tour, has won the prize for Best Wine Tourism Experience of 2020 thanks to its creation of a unique wine tourism....
The Solar de Samaniego winery, with its "Beber Entre Líneas" (Drink Between the Lines) tour, has won the prize for Best Wine Tourism Experience of 2020 thanks to its creation of a unique wine tourism project which brings together wine and literary culture and showcases the winery’s industrial, architectural, cultural and scenic heritage.
According to the jury tasked with selecting the best experience among the entries submitted from all over Spain, one of the most impressive aspects is the "transformation of the winery spaces, where a library and dining room have been created to complement the existing areas".
This prize recognises all the work carried out at the winery to create an outstanding wine tourism experience.
The "Wine Routes of Spain" wine tourism awards are a biennial initiative which aim to publicly recognise the work of companies and regions to develop and continuously improve our country’s wine tourism offering, as well as the efforts made to achieve this.
18-01-2021 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | awards
Four of our wines win Gold Medals at Bacchus 2019
The 2015 vintages of Solar de Samaniego Crianza, Cabeza de Cuba, Durón Crianza and Cueva del Raposo received awards at the latest edition of this prestigious International Wine....
The 2015 vintages of Solar de Samaniego Crianza, Cabeza de Cuba, Durón Crianza and Cueva del Raposo received awards at the latest edition of this prestigious International Wine Competition.
Bacchus, held in Madrid from 7 to 11 March, is the only wine sector event in Spain that brings an expert line-up of tasters together to form the panel of judges over four days. Specialised journalists, sommeliers, oenologists, Masters of Wine and Masters of Sommelier evaluated the quality of the 1,650 participating wines. Of all of them, only 20 QDO Rioja wines and 15 DO Ribera del Duero wines were awarded with the Gold Medal.
11-03-2019 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | products
Two Gold Medals for Durón Reserva 2010
Durón Reserva, with the D.O. Ribera del Duero seal, has achieved the highest recognition at the latest editions of two of the major international wine competitions. Durón Reserva 2010 has been....
Durón Reserva, with the D.O. Ribera del Duero seal, has achieved the highest recognition at the latest editions of two of the major international wine competitions.
Durón Reserva 2010 has been awarded Gold Medal at Challenge International du Vin 2018, the biggest wine competition organised in France, and the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2018, regarded as the benchmark and most influential wine competition in the world. The winning wine, of which 42,000 bottles have been produced, is made with local red grapes (Tempranillo) and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Bodegas Durón vineyards which grow in the heart of Ribera del Duero, from where it gets all its character.
10-12-2017 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | products
Awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
We have been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. This week we have received the Certificate of Excellence awarded by TripAdvisor that distinguishes the good reviews given and the top....
We have been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.
This week we have received the Certificate of Excellence awarded by TripAdvisor that distinguishes the good reviews given and the top service quality of our Bodegas Solar de Samaniego.
More information and visits to Bodegas Solar de Samaniego, on our website or by calling 945 943 629.
19-03-2017 | SOLAR DE SAMANIEGO | certifications