Trapiche’s high-altitude vineyard Finca Las Piedras, Uco Valley, Mendoza
Founded in 1883, Trapiche – a winery within the portfolio of prominent Argentinian company Grupo Peñaflor – is a key player on Argentina’s viticultural scene and a leader in developing and exporting the country’s wines.
Industry pioneers
Since the winery’s beginnings, Trapiche have been industry pioneers, from introducing Bordeaux varieties to Argentina, to importing oak barrels from Nancy, France and calling upon the expertise of international consultants.
‘We are an innovative producer that understands and respects tradition,’ says Marcelo Belmonte, director of viticulture and oenology at Grupo Peñaflor. He emphasises that Trapiche’s high standards are built on close partnerships: ‘the producers we work with, distributors, importers, and of course our final consumers spread across over 80 countries.’
Bodega Trapiche dates back to 1883
A culture of continuous experimentation
Trapiche’s century-old winery in Maipú, Mendoza, has been fully refurbished with the latest technology. Using Grupo Peñaflor’s 1200ha of vineyards and partnerships with more than 700 growers, Trapiche has created a diverse portfolio that captures Argentina’s multifaceted terroirs: from the northwest to Patagonia, the Andes and the Atlantic coast.
Belmonte leads a multidisciplinary Research & Development team, working to constantly improve Trapiche’s wines. ‘We have know-how that stretches back 140 years,’ he explains, ‘which we complement with good practices, innovation and continuous experimentation.’ Despite the winery’s size, he stresses that ‘we pay great attention to every link in the value chain,
