OUR HISTORY
Our vineyards in San Juan have seen more than
145 years of Graffigna wine history,
producing its best grapes to beautify
the heritage and passion of Argentina.
OUR HISTORY
Our vineyards in San Juan have seen more than 145 years of Graffigna wine history, producing its best grapes to beautify the heritage and passion of Argentina.
SANTIAGO GRAFFIGNA
The arrival of an Italian immigrant to San Juan, Argentina, marks the beginning of
the history of the winery. To this day, his dedication and passion towards
winemaking marks the spirit towards the pursuit of excellence and
the innovation.
SANTIAGO GRAFFIGNA
The arrival of an Italian immigrant to San Juan, Argentina, marks the beginning of the history of the winery. To this day, his dedication and passion towards
winemaking marks the spirit towards the pursuit of excellence and the innovation.
1870 |
FOUNDATION OF THE FIRST VINEYARD OF SAN JUAN UNDER THE NAME OF SANTIAGO GRAFFIGNA HIMSELF. |
Santiago leads the rail expansion to reach new consumers. The winery becomes one of the first in Argentina to sell branded wine. |
1885 |
This year marks the return to Argentina of Juan, Santiago’s son. He brings new ideas from Italy, such as the use of cold in winemaking, new grape strains, the installation of the first compressors and larger tanks. Graffigna stands out for being one of the most innovative wineries in the country. |
1895 |
1923 |
GRAFFINGA BREAKS SOME SCHEMES IN RELATION TO THE WINE PRODUCTION PROCESS, AS SANTIAGO AND JUAN CONSTRUCT A NATURAL SLOPE SYSTEM THAT IMPLEMENTS THE FORCE OF GRAVITY TO TRANSFER THE GRAPES. THE WINERY BEGINS TO BOTTLE YOUR PRODUCT, WHICH NOW HAS A VARIETY VARIETAL COLLECTION. More than 800 varieties of grapes are imported from different European countries to be studied, which results in the most complete collection of strains in Argentina. |
The winery is one of the first to use cold in the winemaking process, as well as the use of liquid and dosable sulfur dioxide. In addition, they install the first strainers, which allow the production of white wine made from colored grapes. |
1935 |
THE CENTENARY OF THE VINEYARD IS CELEBRATED WITH THE CREATION OF THE GRAN RESERVA LINE, DESIGNED TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF ITS FOUNDER AND CREATOR, SANTIAGO GRAFFIGNA. |
1970 |
2009 |
Graffigna is named “Winery of the Year” in the United States by the Critics Challenge, and Graffigna Centenario becomes the most awarded Malbec of 2007-2008. |
Graffigna Centenario and Grand Reserve Malbec receive 90 points for renowned winemaker Robert Parker. |
2010 |
Graffinga partners with Riedel to create its first glass of Malbec. |
2013 |
1870
FOUNDATION OF THE FIRST VINEYARD OF SAN JUAN UNDER THE NAME OF SANTIAGO GRAFFIGNA HIMSELF.
1885
Santiago leads the rail expansion to reach new consumers. The winery becomes one of the first in Argentina to sell branded wine.
1895
This year marks the return to Argentina of Juan, Santiago’s son. He brings new ideas from Italy, such as the use of cold in winemaking, new grape strains, the installation of the first compressors and larger tanks. Graffigna stands out for being one of the most innovative wineries in the country.
1923
GRAFFINGA BREAKS SOME SCHEMES IN RELATION TO THE WINE PRODUCTION PROCESS, AS SANTIAGO AND JUAN CONSTRUCT A NATURAL SLOPE SYSTEM THAT IMPLEMENTS THE FORCE OF GRAVITY TO TRANSFER THE GRAPES. THE WINERY BEGINS TO BOTTLE YOUR PRODUCT, WHICH NOW HAS A VARIETY VARIETAL COLLECTION.
Más de 800 variedades de uvas son importadas de diferentes países de Europa para ser estudiadas, lo cual resulta en la colección más completa de cepas en Argentina.
To this day, the innovative spirit of Santiago Graffigna lives in
our vineyards. His commitment to excellence extends to
winemakers and vineyard specialists, who come together to create wines
exceptional.
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To this day, the innovative spirit of Santiago Graffigna lives in
our vineyards. His commitment to excellence extends to
winemakers and vineyard specialists, who come together to create wines
exceptional.