Fernando Mora

Fernando Mora’s journey to becoming a Master of Wine is one of passion and perseverance. Born in Zaragoza, Spain in 1982, Fernando initially studied engineering, working in various industries including automotive and wind energy. But his true calling was always in winemaking. He made his first batch of wine in a bathtub and planted his first vines in his grandparents' garden in Alagón. What began as a hobby grew into a full-blown career, leading Fernando to create Bodegas Frontonio in 2010 in Alpartir, Aragón.

At the core of Bodegas Frontonio’s philosophy is a commitment to working with nature, rather than against it. This is why the winery utilizes a 200-year-old underground cave system, which spans three levels, providing the perfect conditions of temperature and humidity to age the wines naturally. This ancient cave allows for gravity-based processing, meaning the delicate handling of the grapes and minimal pumping, which ensures the preservation of the fruit’s integrity and character. The winery’s cellar is a mix of cement tanks, large oak foudres, and various barrel sizes, including demi-muids, all of which are selected to best reflect the grapes and enhance their flavors.

For Bodegas Frontonio, working by parcels—even if it means only bottling 100 bottles from a particular plot—is essential to showcase the distinctiveness of the land. Minimal intervention is key to the winery's approach. The grapes are hand-harvested to ensure the maximum quality right from the start, and fermentation is just the beginning—winemakers at Frontonio believe in tasting and listening to the wine throughout its journey. In fact, the process of tasting is so integral to their approach that they “taste everything a thousand times,” making sure each wine reaches its fullest potential.

One of the most distinctive features of Bodegas Frontonio is the tradition of foot crushing the grapes for their high range wines. This technique, which helps avoid crushing the seeds (which could introduce bitterness), adds a sense of fun and nostalgia to the process. It’s a nod to the winery’s respect for traditional winemaking methods, but with a modern twist.

A Bet on Sustainability

The winery’s focus on sustainability and the natural environment extends to their winemaking philosophy: they believe in working with what the land gives them, creating wines that reflect the authenticity of the region. The philosophy is simple—no rules, just the will of the wine. Whether it’s aging in used barrels, foudres, or demi-muids, the wine is allowed to dictate the process.

Fernando Mora's Bodegas Frontonio has made a lasting impact on the Spanish wine industry. With a focus on authenticity, sustainability, and minimal intervention, Bodegas Frontonio produces wines that express the true character of the Aragón terroir. Each bottle tells a story of craftsmanship, innovation, and a deep connection to the land.