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From August 14th to September 8th, explore the cider route through Oviedo and you can take home a bottle of cider. El Gaitero Gift.

On Sunday, August 30th, one of the most historic routes in Asturias will be explored again: the Imperial Route of Charles V, Tazones-Villaviciosa, featuring El Gaitero as a sponsor in its 42nd edition.

Draw closed! We already know the winner of an experience for two that includes a visit to our Historic Winery, dinner and a hotel night in Villaviciosa.

The Ministry of Industry and Tourism recognizes the importance of a celebration with decades of history and closely linked to the history, culture and cider tradition of Asturias.

Beyond simply being a way of serving a drink, the "escanciado" (pouring) is a centuries-old tradition that combines knowledge, skill, and respect for a custom deeply rooted in Asturian society.

Asturian cider is one of the most emblematic products of Spanish gastronomy and a true cultural symbol of Asturias.

Over the centuries it has become one of the most representative elements of the identity of Asturias, forming part of its history, its customs and its way of understanding coexistence.

The history of Asturian cider is closely linked to companies that have preserved the roots of a centuries-old tradition while adapting to the changes of each era.

Asturian cider is one of the most representative products of Asturian gastronomy and culture. Its quality and character depend not only on the production methods or the experience accumulated over generations.

This 2026 marks 136 years since we began our journey in Villaviciosa.

Asturian cider is much more than a traditional drink. Over the centuries, it has become one of the most recognizable symbols of Asturias, forming part of its cultural, gastronomic, and social identity.

The production of a good natural sparkling cider is the result of numerous factors that come into play from the selection of the apple to the moment the bottle reaches the consumer.

Cider is no longer perceived solely as a beverage associated with specific celebrations or regional contexts, but as an option capable of attracting very diverse audiences.

Sustainable cider represents a natural evolution towards more environmentally friendly production methods, without sacrificing the quality and tradition that characterize this historic beverage.

Non-alcoholic cider has managed to establish itself as an increasingly popular option thanks to technological advances applied to its production.

Sparkling cider is one of the most representative drinks of the Asturian cider tradition and an increasingly popular choice for celebrations, family gatherings and special events.

Among the available options, Asturian cider occupies a special place thanks to its tradition, versatility and close link with Spanish gastronomic culture.

When we talk about cider, many people immediately think of the traditional gesture of pouring it from a height to oxygenate it and release its aromas. Is that true?

When talking about cider, one of the most common questions is whether it contains sugar and in what quantity.

Pouring cider is much more than a way of serving a drink: it is a cultural gesture, a tradition and an experience that completely transforms its flavor.

Cider is one of the most emblematic drinks of the gastronomic culture of northern Spain and, at the same time, one of those that generates the most doubts regarding its alcohol content.

Visiting a cider winery is one of the most authentic experiences you can enjoy in northern Spain.

En Grupo El Gaitero We are proud to announce that all our ciders are now certified as 100% vegan. This change reflects our commitment to adapting to the needs of our consumers and current trends, just in time to celebrate World Vegan Day on November 1st.

We have some great news to start the year. Our Las Planas Blanco de Viura Gran Reserva 2018, from our Rioja winery Real Agrado, has been awarded Best Premium White Wine in Spain at the Wines from Spain Awards 2024-2025, held in Düsseldorf, Germany.

This 2025 marks 135 years since we began our journey in Villaviciosa.

Discover how to pair sparkling cider with dinners and celebrations. Cider El Gaitero In Asturias, it brings freshness and tradition to starters, main courses, and desserts.

More and more consumers are adopting a conscious lifestyle, where what is consumed matters not only for its taste or quality, but also for how it is produced.

Cider is much more than a traditional drink in Asturias; it is a cultural symbol, an artisanal legacy and a deeply rooted identity marker.

This 2025 marks 135 years since we began our journey in Villaviciosa.

Asturian cider is much more than a drink: it is a cultural symbol, a thousand-year-old tradition and an ambassador of Asturias to the world.