In previous articles we have spoken about how attractive the Spanish winery industry is for international investors. Despite this interest, it is important to specify exactly which types of winery in this industry appeal most to foreign buyers.
Firstly, it should be noted that the greatest interest is generated by small and medium-size wineries, particularly if these come with their own vineyards. A key factor is if these have potential to grow and become medium and even large-size wineries. As such, these wineries should not reach their maximum production capacity, and therefore it would be ideal if these properties could increase their capacity after the investment – going from producing 200,000 bottles to 600,000, for example. In certain cases, this increase in production capacity would be boosted by capital as well as the foreign buyer’s scope of distribution.
Other factors which attract international investors’ interest lie in the internal characteristics of the wineries. It is vital that the whole production process is carried out in the winery’s own facilities, without the need for outsourcing, and that the equipment is as comprehensive as possible. Stainless steel tanks and a bottling line are therefore a must.
Concerning the profile of prospective international investors, we focus on major parties from Asia, Mexico and (to a lesser extent) Europe with a specific interest in creating companies in Spain, whether this is in the wine or liquor industries. This type of investor would carry out a diversified investment in our country, with purchases in the luxury real estate sector including large hunting or recreational farms as well as historical palaces, with a view to owning property in different locations.