GRAFFiGNA

When the Graffigna® family arrived in Argentina with the dream of making
exceptional wines, they were in search of excellence. The chosen site at the foot
of the Andes in the San Juan Valleys was indeed the perfect one, offering optimal
climatic conditions. Established in 1870 by pioneer and visionary Don Santiago
Graffigna, Graffigna is the first winery in the province of San Juan, is the second
oldest winery in Argentina, and became one of the first to sell branded barreled
wine and bottled wine in Argentina.
Graffigna
Centenario Reserve Shiraz
Tasting Notes
It presents an intense red colour with purplish and bright shades. The nose of black fruit, liquorice and
figs. Displays mint and eucalyptus flavours which adds freshness to the palate. Full bodied and buttery.
Long and aromatic finish.
May We Suggest
It is the perfect accompaniment to peppered red meats and grilled vegetables, pizza
and beef stews.
Wine Region
A distinctive feature of Argentine wine is its natural purity. The ailments that usually affect vines are not frequent
in this region because of its dry climate, and therefore, the treatments applied to cure such diseases are
rarely needed. Soil fertility is regulated by using irrigation methods and high ripeness levels are yielded by the
abundant sunshine.
The Graffigna Centenario Reserve wines are produced with grapes from the Pedernal Valley in the San Juan
province, 1,400 meters high, with a temperature range of more than 20˚C. These conditions result in great
varietal expression with well-defined and concentrated colours and bouquets.
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ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications
OHSAS 18001 certification for Environmental Management and Health & Safety Systems
Ongoing employee training on quality, environmental and health & safety topics
Harvesting and cellar waste are used as raw materials by other sectors
Recycling of glass, paper and cardboard
Additional Selling Features
• 1 of Pernod Ricard’s 4 Global wine brands within more than 32 wineries worldwide
• Continued investment in the winery to assure international quality (more than $6 million USD
recently invested)
• Contemporary & distinctive packaging that reinforces the premium image of the brand
• The climate in San Juan is considerably hotter and drier than Mendoza resulting in excellent
concentration of aromas and flavours in our wines
• Philip Laffer, industry veteran and Chief Winemaker for Jacob’s Creek™ and Wyndham Estate™, has
recently had close involvement with our Argentinean wineries. He has provided guidance on best
practices as part of our goal to build a leadership position in southern hemisphere winemaking.
• Global brand partnership with renowned Argentinean Chef Mauro Colagreco - he is the only Argentinean
with a Michelin Star
• Winery of the Year, Southern Hemisphere - Critics Challenge International Wine Competition 2009
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