Matias Riccitelli Wines

Located in the traditional zone of Luján de Cuyo, about 25 kilometres south of the city of Mendoza, the winery of Matías Riccitelli represents one of the most distinctive projects in the northern part of the province. The project began in 2009 as the result of a learning process that combined the winemaker’s international experience with his roots in some of the region’s most recognised winemaking families. What defines this space is not only the production of wine, but a constant search to redefine the boundaries between tradition and aesthetic and technical innovation.

Identity and winemaking heritage

The identity of the winery is deeply tied to its family origins. The project carries with it the legacy of Jorge Riccitelli, one of Mendoza’s most respected winemakers, a connection reflected in labels such as ‘The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree’. This line is a testament to that generational bond, using grapes sourced from both Luján de Cuyo and the Valle de Uco. The technical approach draws on a range of tools and vessels — from concrete tanks to barrels and foudres of varying ages — allowing each variety to express its particular character.

Work with the Malbec grape forms the central axis of the project. Even so, the winery is not limited to this variety; there is a deliberate effort to explore the diversity of varieties that thrive in this environment. The range spans from Bonarda and Criolla to white varieties such as Torrontés, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Semillon, along with forays into Pinot Noir and Merlot sourced from other regions such as Patagonia.

The territory and expression of the soil

The significance of this place lies in its capacity to integrate different microclimates and altitudes. Although its operational base is in the heart of Luján de Cuyo, the pursuit of excellence leads to the selection of fruit from very specific sites. This includes the incorporation of grapes from higher-altitude zones in the Valle de Uco, which contributes the thermal and mineral complexity essential to its more structured wines.

The winery functions as a point of convergence between the oldest vineyards and new experimental frontiers. The presence of vineyards in areas such as Gualtallary, or projects exploring extreme viticulture, reflects a vision that reaches beyond the local to connect with the climatic diversity of Argentina. This connection with the immediate environment, combined with the ability to integrate different soils, is what allows each label to be a faithful reflection of Mendoza’s geography and its expressive potential.