El Grifo
Spain – 
Lanzarote – 
San BartolomĂ© Lanzarote – 
San BartolomĂ© Lanzarote – 

THE COMPANY

Founded in 1775, Bodegas El Grifo is among the oldest wineries in Spain and celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2025. Since 1880, it has been run by the Otamendi family, which passionately preserves this extraordinary oenological heritage. In Lanzarote, a land of extremes, El Grifo cultivates centuries-old vines in volcanic soils. With only 150 mm of annual rainfall, the vines survive thanks to the picĂ³n, the volcanic sand that retains moisture, and are protected by the traditional lava stone zocos, the symbol of La Geria. The organically certified vineyards cover 60 hectares and complement the production of local vine growers, with unique varieties such as MalvasĂ­a VolcĂ¡nica. The logo, designed by the artist CĂ©sar Manrique, celebrates the mythological Grifo, symbol of the winery. Over time, personalities such as the Roca brothers and Ferran AdriĂ  have recognised in the wines of El Grifo an authentic reflection of the nature and passion of Lanzarote.

Spain - 

Canary Islands

Lanzarote

The wine-growing area of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands is unique for its volcanic landscape. The vineyards are mainly located in the region of La Geria, where the vines are planted in basins dug into the volcanic ash and protected by semi-circular stone walls to defend them from the winds. This traditional method allows moisture to be retained and encourages the vines to grow despite the arid climate. The most common grape varieties are Malvasia VolcĂ¡nica, which produces aromatic and mineral white wines, and ListĂ¡n Negro for light reds.

Spain - 

Canary Islands

Lanzarote

The wine-growing area of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands is unique for its volcanic landscape. The vineyards are mainly located in the region of La Geria, where the vines are planted in basins dug into the volcanic ash and protected by semi-circular stone walls to defend them from the winds. This traditional method allows moisture to be retained and encourages the vines to grow despite the arid climate. The most common grape varieties are Malvasia VolcĂ¡nica, which produces aromatic and mineral white wines, and ListĂ¡n Negro for light reds.