The Ferrer Family, José Luis Bonet and Henkell Freixenet align mutually on transfer of Freixenet shares to Henkell Freixenet

The Ferrer Family, José Luis Bonet and Henkell Freixenet align mutually on transfer of Freixenet shares to Henkell Freixenet

After eight years of close and trustful cooperation, the Ferrer Family and José Luis Bonet sold the remaining shares in Freixenet in mutual agreement to Henkell Freixenet, which became sole shareholder of Freixenet S.A. on March 2nd, 2026. The financial details of the transaction remain confidential.

In 2018, Henkell made an initial acquisition of 50.6% of Freixenet S.A.’s shares, which – following a capital increase by José Ferrer Sala – were equalized into a 50/50 ownership split. Henkell & Co. Group and Freixenet joined forces, entering a close, constructive and highly valuable partnership with the Ferrer and Bonet families as remaining shareholders. This partnership has evolved into a strong and united international organization that today forms the world’s leading sparkling wine producer, Henkell Freixenet. 

On March 2nd, the Ferrer family and José Luis Bonet sold their remaining shares to Henkell Freixenet. Pedro Ferrer will stay connected to the company as he will assume the role of Honorary President of Freixenet and continue to represent Freixenet in some institutions. 

“We both shared a deep understanding of tradition, quality and continuity. Over the past eight years, a relationship founded on trust and collaboration has evolved into a unified team with a shared vision – committed to develop the brand Freixenet and the company towards a sustainable future,” says Dr. Andreas Brokemper, CEO of Henkell Freixenet. “Together, we have strengthened our international market position in the global sparkling wine segment, opened new opportunities for Freixenet and are well positioned for future growth. We greatly value the trust the Ferrer and Bonet family has placed in us. It is an honour to take on Freixenet and assume the full responsibility of successfully developing the company into the future.”

Pedro Ferrer, Honorary President of Freixenet S.A. , adds: “The sale of our shares marks an emotional moment for us. As two family-owned companies sharing the same values, we found in Henkell Freixenet a trusted partner who will preserve our legacy while taking the company into the future. At the same time, I am excited to continue developing Ferrer Wines and to shape the next chapter of our wine journey.”

José Luis Bonet Ferrer, Honorary President of Freixenet S.A., concludes: “We are looking forward to this new chapter. The acquisition by Henkell Freixenet will not only give continuity to Freixenet, a company renowned for its tradition, but will help Freixenet maintain its identity and accelerate its expansion as an international masterbrand.” 

The Ferrer Family and José Luis Bonet will continue shaping Spain’s wine industry by increasing their investment in Ferrer Wines – a winery owned and managed by Pedro Ferrer – remaining deeply rooted in the industry and committed to their long-standing passion for wine.