The newspaper La Razón, in its Madrid edition of 29 May 2026, publishes an in-depth feature by Domingo García under the headline "El Grifo, 250 Years of Volcanic Tradition".

The article traces the history and present of Bodegas El Grifo, founded in 1775 and one of the ten oldest wineries in Spain, highlighting the Otamendi family's enduring connection to the volcanic landscape of Lanzarote since 1880. The piece pays particular attention to co-owners Juan José and Fermín Otamendi, custodians of a legacy that brings together winemaking, cultural heritage and environmental responsibility.

Key themes covered include: the adoption of organic viticulture across all owned and partner vineyards, the shift of harvest to March and April as a response to climate change, solar energy self-sufficiency — covering 60% of the winery's energy needs — and the recovery and reuse of CO₂ generated during fermentation.

The report also highlights the opening of Hotel El Grifo at the historic Caserío de Mozaga estate, and the cultural significance of the winery's museum and library, which bear the mark of César Manrique, José Hierro and José Saramago.