Traceability guarantees the quality of our work from trunk to barrel.
The process of making a barrel does not begin at our plant in Navarrete. It starts in the very forest where the wood that we will later use to make our barrels grows. Only by controlling the process from the beginning can we guarantee the quality of each barrel we supply to each winery.The raw […]
Passing on the mastery: Antonio Gallardo retires after an impeccable career while his son Jorge continues his legacy in Tonelería Murúa
A few days after his retirement, Antonio Gallardo admits that he still feels this new stage in his life “like a long holiday”. After 48 years in the barrel-making sector, Gallardo is leaving a unique profession, that of master cooper, in which he started very young and in which he has witnessed how technology has […]
The global conclusions of the first phase of the Proyecto Origen, which analyses wine aged in American oak barrels of four different origins, have been presented.
Research is a fundamental element for continuing to improve processes and finding the perfect barrel for the wine to be aged in them. Tonelería Murúa, in its quest for knowledge, researches to find out more and use this knowledge to improve and offer it to the customer.In this context, the Origen Project was born. This […]
“Spanish cask excellence” according to Whisky Magazine
The prestigious Whisky Magazine, which specialises in the current affairs of this well-known spirit, wanted to learn first-hand about the philosophy and work that Tonelería Murúa has been doing for more than 125 years in the manufacture of top-quality casks. The text highlights Murúa’s incredible resistance to a volatile market thanks to its commitment to […]
Second edition of ‘Strengthening the wine value chain’ successfully concluded with more than 200 participating companies
The 2nd edition of ‘Strengthening the wine value chain. Deep transformations in the wine sector’ has had a very successful outcome, with the participation of more than 200 companies and industries and companies in the wine sector, at the Palacio de Congresos y Auditorio de La Rioja on 30 May. The president of the Association […]
“Debate, collaborate and innovate” is essential to strengthen the wine value chain and adapt to the transformation of the sector.
The transformation of the wine sector is a fact and all the links that make up its value chain are destined to seek tools to adapt to the new situation. To this end, the Association of the Auxiliary Wine Industry, to which Tonelería Murúa belongs, has organised the second edition of ‘Strengthening the wine value […]
Finding the perfect marriage between innovation and sustainability to ensure a future linked to tradition
To innovate is not to have an idea. To innovate is to look for new answers to frequently asked questions. Tonelería Murúa is comfortable looking for answers. That is why we have been making barrels with the same care for over 125 years. When questions change, innovation is also a good way to look for […]
Institutional support as a key element in generating stability
A company never walks alone. Tonelería Murúa needs to be in conversation with many actors and agents in order to be able to carry out work marked by excellence, quality and innovation. One of these fundamental agents are the institutions. Elena Ceca, fourth generation of the family and current manager of Tonelería Murúa, recognises that […]
Year 126: Expectations, challenges and projects of Tonelería Murúa for 2024
Celebrating that a family business such as Tonelería Murúa is 125 years old leaves lessons and reflections to be learned. 2024 is the 126th year. It is a new challenge to keep moving forward with a boost of energy. This progress will take shape throughout this year thanks to the trust of the companies that […]
Tonelería Murúa celebrates its 125th anniversary as one of the most prestigious firms in Europe
Considered one of the most important in Europe, the Riojan Tonelería Murúa has celebrated its 125th anniversary today. Its renowned trajectory, its high quality brand and its specialisation in American white oak and French oak barrels have attracted prestigious wineries from all over the world that trust in it for ageing their great wines. Today, […]
Tonelería Murúa bets on photovoltaic self-consumption
Murúa continues its commitment to sustainability with the installation of photovoltaic panels for self-consumption, a project under the incentive programme linked to self-consumption with renewable energy sources, within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, financed by the European Union – Next Generation.This solar energy generated will be used to power a significant […]
Tonelería Murúa, an example to follow at the Venice Biennale
The design of the new Tonelería Murúa facility in Navarrete has been presented at the Venice Biennale 2023 as an example of efficient and ecological design and production plant. We are proud to be an example for other production plants at this essential event for lovers of sustainable architecture committed to the future. The Venice […]
