Chivite

Chivite’s history that dates back to 1647, which makes it is one of the oldest producer in Spain. Eleven generations of Chivites have passed on the baton to maintain the tradition of wine-making. During this time, the Chivite firm has grown, adapting to new demands of the market and the consumer, and has created a brand that today is synonymous with maturity, elegance and know-how.

In the 20th century, Julián Chivite Marco, convinced that the wine’s future lay in the quest for excellence, introduced sweeping improvements in the wine-making. His commitment to the quest for quality was reflected in the wines themselves and in his work as a founding member of the Regulating Commission of the Navarra Designation of Origin. His vision and influence were rewarded in 1992 with the Order of Merit for Agrarian Achievement by the King of Spain, and posthumously in 1997 with the Cross of Charles III the Noble.

Today, Julián Chivite López, the leading figure in this saga, is entrusted with administering this legacy.

 A bit on Navarra.  The region is very diverse in soil, temperatures, land ranges from hills, valleys, plateaus, to dessert.  Weather includes Atlantic, Mediterranean, and continental.  Navarra is famous for its Chardonnay, Roses, and potent reds made mostly from Tempranillo, Garnacha and Cabernet Sauvignon, but Syrah, Graciano and other varietals are not uncommon.

 3 centuries of being in business has not stopped Chivite from reinventing itself.  Their pillar brand is Coleccion 125, which includes a Rose, a Chardonnay and a late harvest wines.  These wines are benchmarks of quality in Spain and Chivite keeps delivering exceptional results year in and year out.  They have expanded their portfolio to other entry level wines labeled under Finca Legardeta.  This line was introduced in 2012 and was created to show the character of the terroir.  Under this line they have a Chardonnay, a Garnacha, a Syrah and a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Syrah.