After been elected as Best Sommelier of the World, presenting in the pairing-food-and-wine part of the competition Manzanilla “La Goya”,Larsson went to Sánlucar to celebrate his award with a glass of this unique wine.

The 12 of July the Swedish sommelier Andreas Larsson paid a visit to the bodegas of DELGADO ZULETA, the oldest family owned winery in the Sherry district, to learn first hand the elaboration and ageing process of the Manzanilla “La Goya”

Andreass Larsson with just 35 years old has obtained the titles of Best Sommelier of Sweden from year 2.001 to 2003 and in 2005 , “ Best Sommelier of Europe” in 2.004 and finally “ Best Sommelier of the World 2.007”.

Actually works in the restaurant PM & Vänner of Växjo (Sweden),as wine consultant for Asian Airlines and is a judge in prestigious International wine competitions.

The Best Sommelier of the World competition is organized by The International Sommeliers Association ASI every three years .

The final of the year 2.007 in Rhodes Island (Greece) and featured sommeliers from 45 countries .

The winery DELGADO ZULETA together with the Royal Nautic Club of Sánlucar de Barrameda organized a warm tribute to the Nao Victoria crew after its successful voyage around the world. The ship departed the 14th of October 2004 from Sánlucar de Barrameda retracing the first voyage around the world of Mallanes and El Cano in the XVI century. One and a half year later they come back to Sánlucar after representing Spain and the Sherry wines all around the world. During the tribute Mrs. Laura Seco (Mayor of Sánlucar de Bda.), Mr. Aureliano Pérez ( Director of Delgado Zuleta) , Mrs. Leonor Hidalgo ( President of the Nautic Club) and Mr. Ignacio Fernández Vial (director of the Nao Victoria proyect) gave a speech. Finally all made a toast with a glass of La Goya and enjoyed the party.

Last April Delgado Zuleta received the visit of a group of teachers and pupils of the school of Hotel and catering business(Hotel management) " La Cónsula " of Malaga, who knew his facilities and were given a trying of the different products, directed by the technical director of Delgado Zuleta. After an agreeable day, the visitors concluded the day with a food in Down Guide. The products of Delgado Zuleta continue being present in the best centers of formation of hotel and catering business(hotel management) of Spain, since it is the case of " La Cónsula ".

Delgado Zuleta organised the 22º calibrating practices of the Interlab Group. This group was created by prestigious national wineries and Official Laboratories. Participating in this practices every 6 months Delgado Zuleta controls the liability of its quality control system and keeps up to date of the technical novelties.

DELGADO ZULETA has reached an agreement with the company CHRISTIANIA VIN & BRENNEVIN AS of Oslo for the distribution of "La Goya" in Norway. "La Goya" was selected three years ago by the Norwegian Monopoly and has become already one of the two best selling Manzanilla brands in that market.

Following an article published in the prestigious international magazine "Wine Spectator" , the Manzanilla LA GOYA from Delgado Zuleta was selected by EL BULLI as one of the wines that "reflected the same spirit of innovation and emphasis on distinctive character that marks Adria´s Cuisine. Ferrán Adriá is today one of the main flagships of the New Spanish Cuisine that is enjoying a growing world-wide reputation for innovation and quality. This review means a new quality recognition for LA GOYA Manzanilla, the Star Product of the Delgado Zuleta winery. * This article was published in the WINE SPECTATOR December 2004 issue.

The welcoming ceremony of the Nao Victoria´s crew, about to participate in the Aichi Expo by retracing the voyage of Mallanes and El Cano took place in Delgado Zuleta. This ship will depart from Sánlucar de Barrameda to travel around the world. During the reception Mr. Jose Mª Bustillo, President of Delgado Zuleta , Mr. Rafael Rubio ( Mayor of Sánlucar de Bda.) and Mr. Jose Luis Ugarte ( Captain of the Nao Victoria gave a speech after which Captain Ugarte received several cases of La Goya Manzanilla for the trip and a silver Sherry glass. The ceremony ended with the captain signing a butt of the winery as a remembrance of their visit.

As on-going commitment to underpriviledged youth , Delgado Zuleta has signed a contract for the fith consecutive year to the local -footbal team "Juventud Sanluqueña". With this initiative the company wants to increase its support to the young people and to promote the Sánlucar´s Sport.

The winery Delgado Zuleta has been selected once again as suppliers to the Royal House for the weeding o the Crown Prince of Spain,His Royal Highess Felipe de Borbon y Grecia. In a blind tasting of the best Manzanillas, the Consejo Regulador tasting committee selected LA GOYA to represent the Denominación de Origen at this very important event.