Arínzano, a wine estate with more than a thousand years of history, is a place where mystery and tradition are intertwined in every corner of its lands.

Since 1055, when Sancho Fortuñones de Arínzano received these lands from King García Sánchez VI of Navarre, the estate has witnessed constant development in winemaking. The monks who initially settled here dedicated five centuries to the meticulous cultivation of the vine, forging the beginnings of an unbreakable winemaking tradition.

After the monastic era, Arínzano became home to noble families such as Lope de Eulate in 1520, who fortified the property with the Tower of Cabo de Armerías. The Marquis Zabalegui, another notable owner, continued the winemaking tradition of the property, building La Casona, a place of family rest and refuge after a day’s hunting. The church of San Martín de Tours, erected in the 19th century, still symbolises the importance of wine on the estate today.

The 20th century brought with it an era of large landowners, marked by the phylloxera crisis and the replanting of the estate under the direction of the Chivite family and the French oenologist Denis Dubourdieu. The winery, redesigned by the architect Rafael Moneo in 1997, is a symbol of the union between history and modernity.

In 2007, the winery was awarded the Vino de Pago appellation in recognition of the unique qualities of its terroir.

Arínzano’s wine tourism proposal for visitors to FINE 2024

Arínzano is not just a winery, but a wine tourism destination that offers a unique experience, “Visit the Mystery“. This visit allows wine enthusiasts to explore the secrets of the property, which dates back to the year 1055.

The experience begins with a 4×4 tour of the vineyard, followed by a visit to the winery and the historic buildings that are part of Arínzano’s legacy. A tasting of three Arínzano wines, paired with premium tapas or a cheese and charcuterie board, is a highlight that allows visitors to savour the essence of the property.

In addition to wine tourism visits, Arínzano offers an incomparable setting for unique celebrations such as weddings and corporate events. Weddings at the winery are magical moments, where the breathtaking scenery and the history of the property create a dreamlike atmosphere.

But there is more: there are corporate events, for which a variety of spaces and a personalised service guarantee a memorable experience. Each event is an opportunity to discover the mystery and magic of the place, echoing its rich history and winemaking tradition.

The wines to be discovered by visitors to the winery

Arínzano wines, from the Gran Vino Tinto to the A de Arínzano Rosé, reflect the diversity and richness of their terroir. Each variety, whether Tempranillo, Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon, tells a unique story of the land from which it comes.

The Chardonnay Lab collection, with its focus on experimentation and collaboration between winemakers and experts, shows the winery’s commitment to innovation and excellence in viticulture. This combination of tradition and innovation is what makes Arínzano wines so special and sought after by connoisseurs and wine lovers around the world.

The experience of visiting Arínzano is, in itself, a journey through the history and culture of wine.

From strolling through vineyards that have been cultivated for centuries to exploring the modern winery designed by Rafael Moneo, visitors can feel the connection between the past and the present.

The opportunity to taste wines that are the result of meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering passion for excellence makes a visit to Arínzano an unforgettable wine tourism experience.

At FINE #WineTourism Marketplace, Arínzano is presented not only as a winery, but as a living testimony to the history of wine in Spain. It is a place where every corner speaks of generations of dedication to the art of winemaking, and where every glass served is an expression of an exceptional terroir. To visit Arínzano is to immerse yourself in a world where wine, history and natural beauty meet, offering an experience that goes beyond the ordinary and into the extraordinary.