Arinzano

Situated in the North-East of Spain, between Rioja and Bordeaux, lies the stunning Propiedad de Arínzano, a protected area rich in natural habitat.  The magnificent entrance to the winery, designed by renowned Spanish architect Rafael Moneo, and commissioned by the Chivite family, provides the inspiration for a new brand identity for the Arínzano Estate.

In 1988, the Chivite family purchased the Arínzano estate convinced that the uniqu...

Situated in the North-East of Spain, between Rioja and Bordeaux, the Arínzano estate occupies a valley formed by the last slopes of the Pyrenees mountains, divided by the winding waters of the River Ega. The unique microclimates of the estate create a singular environment for vine growing. Of the 355 hectare estate, 128 hectares are dedicated to the cultivation of Pago vineyards.

The Arinzano Pago was recognised for its complex geology...

Each parcel is hand picked and double selected to enure only the best grapes are used. Once inside the winery, grapes are moved entirely through gravity and conveyor belts so as to guarantee the most delicate treatment possible. 

Grapes from each parcel ferment and age separately. Malolactic fermentation in new French oak barrels is followed by ageing in French barrels from the best cooperages, as well as ageing in bottle in our cellar.

The Pago classification is Spain’s highest category for winemaking, above D.O.Ca. It is awarded only to estates that exhaustively demonstrate not only an excellent and unique climate and terroir, but also a winemaking that turns these inheritent qualities into extraordinary wines.  

After years of exhaustive demonstration of the unique qualities of its climate, geology, and vines, Arínzano is the first estate in the north of Spain to receiv...