El Grifo Winery Tour

On this visit to the El Grifo winery, we'll explore one of the oldest wineries in the Canary Islands and discover the effects of volcanic soil on wine.

Description

Welcome to El Grifo Winery, one of the oldest in Spain, where the land has transformed into an estate filled with vineyards and fruit trees due to volcanic activity between 1730 and 1736 on Lanzarote. The winery's covered wine press dates back to 1775, and generations of families have contributed to its unique wines.

El Grifo Winery features 19th-century vines, hand-harvested one grape at a time. Visitors can explore the museum that tells the story of wine on the island.

During the booking process, you can choose between two tour options. Both commence at the El Grifo Winery entrance at the specified time, followed by a journey into the volcanic vineyards.

Below you'll find a brief description of each tour option:

Tour + 3 wine tastings (1 hour)

This tour includes a visit to the El Grifo Museum, featuring an indoor wine press from 1775 and artifacts like barrels of Malvasia Volcanica wine from 1881. You'll explore the old winery and its preserved traditions, view centuries-old vineyards protected by stone walls, and learn about the winemaking process. Concluding the hour, you'll enjoy a tasting of 3 different wine varieties.

Tour + 6 wine tastings (2 hours)

This option includes everything from the 1-hour tour, plus visits to the old house, library with over 5,000 volumes, and the modern winery. You'll witness the contrast between tradition and innovation. The tour concludes with a tasting of 6 wines, paired with 3 traditional Canarian cheeses and sweets, wrapping up after 2 hours.