Our Story
Founded in 1985, Bodegas Nodus is the result of a family’s commitment to excellence in winemaking and harmony with our natural surroundings. At El Renegado Estate, the legacy of the land and a vision for the future intertwine in every vine and grape. We cultivate our vineyards in a privileged setting, blending tradition and innovation to offer you wines that tell the rich history and meticulous work of our generations.
Adolfo de las Heras
In 1985, Adolfo de las Heras Marín, driven by his passion for oenology, founded Bodegas y Viñedos de Utiel, acquiring one of the most ecologically and oenologically valuable estates in the Valencian Community. El Renegado spans 450 hectares of vineyard and forest, with over 80% consisting of vines more than 40 years old of the native Bobal grape. Don Adolfo was a pioneer in introducing varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet to the area. He was also among the first to produce quality bottled wine. In the late 1990s, his son, Adolfo de las Heras Polo, took over the winery and revolutionised it.
New Varieties
Adolfo de las Heras Polo imported the other varieties now grown by the winery, such as Syrah, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Franc. Following this, the barrel room, bottling line, and the transformation of the old farmhouse into a beautiful hotel were completed. From the late 1990s to 2020, Adolfo meticulously shaped the estate and winery to meet the needs of his new project: producing high-quality wines. In 2005, after much effort and hard work from the team, the first wine of this quality was launched. Wines with longer ageing, matured in French oak barrels, began to take shape, adding complexity, nobility, and distinction to the portfolio.
The Dream of a Family
Nodus was born as the flagship of the company. Although we now have a wide range of products, the beginnings and successes were thanks to Nodus Author’s Red and Nodus Chardonnay. This range stands out for its ageing in French oak barrels, with meticulous attention to bottle numbers for each reference. Today, Nodus boasts one of the most complete portfolios in the market, with its positioning in top wine lists and specialised stores confirming its status.
