THE VINEYARD OF THE IMPOSSIBLE
Extreme conditions, exceptional wines
VOLCANO HERITAGE
With the Sahara Desert as its continental neighbor, it only rains on average 35 days a year in Lanzarote. The trade winds bless with their humidity, but the clouds pass by. Volcanic ash maintains that scarce and invaluable moisture.
These pre-phylloxera vines have survived uncultivated for more than two centuries. They are grown in rows, in holes and in even deeper 'chabocos'.
In these harsh conditions, the varieties Malvasía Volcánica, Listán Negro, Listán Blanco, Vijariego and Moscatel are mainly pampered and cultivated.
VARIETY MALVASÍA VOLCÁNICA LANZAROTE
MALVASÍA VOLCÁNICA
The Malvasía Volcánica, a variety unique to Lanzarote, is an exceptional grape adapted to the island’s unique conditions, particularly its limited water resources.
Cultivated in volcanic soil and combined with aging on the lees, it produces wines of great complexity and a captivating aromatic profile.
Its floral notes and pronounced minerality are a true reflection of Lanzarote’s volcanic character.
LISTAN NEGRO VARIETY LANZAROTE
LISTÁN NEGRO
A native variety of the Canary Islands, this grape produces fresh and vibrant wines that reflect the volcanic essence of the region.
Made without oak aging, it allows for a pure expression of its mineral character, evoking hints of flint and the authentic island terroir.
A wine that captures the freshness and uniqueness of Lanzarote’s distinctive volcanic landscape.
LANZAROTE MOSCATEL VARIETY
MOSCATEL
Moscatel de Alejandría at its Finest: Grown on century-old vines and in EL GRIFO’s unique chabocos, this variety surprises by giving life to dry wines of exceptional complexity, like our Moscatel Orange Wine.
Traditionally associated with sweet wines, here it reveals a more versatile and bold side—perfect for those seeking a genuine and distinct experience from Lanzarote.
VARIETY SYRAH LANZAROTE
SYRAH
Syrah, fully adapted to Lanzarote’s volcanic terroir, finds the perfect environment on the island to express its character.
The mineral-rich, well-drained picón soil enables this grape to develop intense wines with spicy notes and an elegant minerality.
At EL GRIFO, Syrah forms an exceptional synergy with our native variety, Listán Negro, creating our award-winning red, Ariana—a fresh wine with remarkable aromatic depth.
VARIETY VIJARIEGO BLANCO LANZAROTE
VIJARIEGO BLANCO
A minority variety, cultivated almost exclusively in the volcanic “Juan Bello” area, located just behind our winery. Notable for retaining high acidity through full maturation, making it ideal for aged wines, whether in bottle or tank.
A unique wine that captures the volcanic essence and exclusivity of Lanzarote.
VARIETY VIJARIEGO NEGRO LANZAROTE
VIJARIEGO NEGRO
Also known as Sumoll, this variety is notable for its excellent adaptability to diverse growing conditions. In Lanzarote, the largest plot of this variety is found at EL GRIFO, ensuring a quality production that captures the authenticity of the volcanic soil.
A wine that expresses the uniqueness of its origin with every sip.
