journalist anna iris simon,comedian Alvaro Casares,movie “Captive” By Amenábar and the actress Ana Obregon Last Thursday they received the 2025 Solidarity Award for La Mancha Designation of Origin wines.
As reported … In a press release, the organization wants to highlight the talents of people with altruistic personalities in the fields of sports, communication and performing arts. The prize (5,000 euros) is intended for an NGO or association. chosen by the winner himself.
Carlos David Bonilla, president of the interprofessional organization CRDO La Mancha, noted that the laureates “are role models and inspirations in various aspects of society.” “The wines of La Mancha have become a symbol of our noble gentlemen,” said Miguel Ángel Valverde, president of the Ciudad Real provincial council.
This event was held in yet another edition. Lorena Garcia, journalist and Antena 3 presenterhumorous and emotional moments and words of gratitude flew by in the speeches of selected associations and NGOs.
Award
young journalist anna iris simonThe Campo de Criptana native was the first to take to the stage to receive the Solidarity Award for Communication. “This award is I dedicate this work to my grandfather Vicente, a farmer. Although he sometimes seems invisible, he embodies the landscape of La Mancha very well.». The check for 5,000 euros was sent to UNRWA Spain, the United Nations agency that assists Palestinian refugees.
Alvaro CasaresThe Solidarity Award in the “Performing Arts” category emphasized that “La Mancha’s humor is ironic, but unique, like La Mancha’s wine.” Currently an actor and comedian from Villamayor de Calatrava (Ciudad Real). On tour with his show “Check, Good Show”presented the award to the AMAI TLP Foundation, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary and focuses on supporting people suffering from borderline personality disorder and their families.
“Captive” Alejandro Amenábar was awarded the Artistic Solidarity Award, but the director, who was unable to attend, said in a video: He would be “very happy” if this film helped spread Taint around the world.. The prize money of €5,000 was also transferred to UNRWA SPAIN.
Finally, Ana Obregon He received the Honorary Solidarity Award and starred in one of the gala’s most touching moments. “Career is of little importance to me. What matters is the value of people. I dedicate this award to my love for life in heaven and on earth.”. From the first moment, his award was a clear destination in memory of his late son Ares Lequio. The eponymous foundation has raised the prize’s €5,000 to further engage in research into Ewing’s sarcoma and other rare cancers affecting young people, adolescents and children.
In the Professional Awards category, DO La Mancha recognized the careers of sommeliers. Antonio VizcainoNearing retirement, he received the Restaurant of the Year award for his teaching experience training professionals at Madrid’s Hospitality and Tourism High School. musesfrom Campo de Criptana (Ciudad Real).
Esther Padilla, Spokesperson for the Region of Castilla-La Mancha, concluded the event by emphasizing that “The La Mancha Designation of Origin has not only succeeded in promoting the wines, but also built the region with these awards.”
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