WINERY
Producing
wines since
1928
Our winery is geolocated in the same latitude as some of the most recognized wine regions in the world, such as Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
Nestled between the vast expanses of Brazil and Argentina, our coasts are framed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Rio de la Plata. Located in the department of Canelones, where the country's largest concentration of wineries and vineyards is found, we are just 20 minutes from the center and the seaport of Montevideo.
Antigua Bodega was built in 1928, as a purely family-owned business with 100% Uruguayan capital.
Antigua Bodega was built in 1928, as a purely family-owned business with 100% Uruguayan capital.
Antigua Bodega was built in 1928, as a purely family-owned business with 100% Uruguayan capital.
We have a capacity of 2,200,000 liters, with significant underground capacity and various materials for the vinification and conservation of our wines—such as concrete, stainless steel, and barrels of French and American oak. This variety allows us to offer a wide range of styles in the wines that make up our portfolio. We have a strong imprint of domestic consumption and a presence in the markets of Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Panama, the United Kingdom, Canada, Sweden, the United States, China, and New Zealand.
We have a capacity of 2,200,000 liters, with significant underground capacity and various materials for the vinification and conservation of our wines—such as concrete, stainless steel, and barrels of French and American oak. This variety allows us to offer a wide range of styles in the wines that make up our portfolio. We have a strong imprint of domestic consumption and a presence in the markets of Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Panama, the United Kingdom, Canada, Sweden, the United States, China, and New Zealand.
We have a capacity of 2,200,000 liters, with significant underground capacity and various materials for the vinification and conservation of our wines—such as concrete, stainless steel, and barrels of French and American oak. This variety allows us to offer a wide range of styles in the wines that make up our portfolio. We have a strong imprint of domestic consumption and a presence in the markets of Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Panama, the United Kingdom, Canada, Sweden, the United States, China, and New Zealand.
TERROIR
Santos
lugares and the
pink granite
TERROIR
Santos
lugares and the
pink granite
TERROIR
Santos
lugares and the
pink granite
Our vineyards are located in the southern part of the country, in Santos Lugares (La Paz, Canelones), and along the banks of the Santa Lucía River (Melilla, Montevideo), covering a total of 30 hectares. In Santos Lugares, we have plantations of Merlot and Sangiovese, while in Melilla, we cultivate white varieties such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Albariño, and red varieties like Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Marselan, Merlot, Syrah, and Tannat.
TERRIOR
We have a privileged terroir with rustic and rocky soils that allow for excellent drainage, enabling plants to absorb only what they need. In Santos Lugares, the subsoil is composed of decomposing pink granite known as "Granito de La Paz''.
We have a privileged terroir with rustic and rocky soils that allow for excellent drainage, enabling plants to absorb only what they need. In Santos Lugares, the subsoil is composed of decomposing pink granite known as "Granito de La Paz''.
We have a privileged terroir with rustic and rocky soils that allow for excellent drainage, enabling plants to absorb only what they need. In Santos Lugares, the subsoil is composed of decomposing pink granite known as "Granito de La Paz''.
Our vines are imported from France and Italy, depending on the variety, and all our fine wines are made with our own grapes.
Harvest typically begins in late February with the harvesting of white grapes and continues into March with the reds. All our grapes are hand-harvested in 20 kg crates, contributing to the proper treatment of the fruit. We vinify by plot, and aging can range from 6 to 36 months, depending on the desired profile for each label.
Our vines are imported from France and Italy, depending on the variety, and all our fine wines are made with our own grapes.
Harvest typically begins in late February with the harvesting of white grapes and continues into March with the reds. All our grapes are hand-harvested in 20 kg crates, contributing to the proper treatment of the fruit. We vinify by plot, and aging can range from 6 to 36 months, depending on the desired profile for each label.
Our vines are imported from France and Italy, depending on the variety, and all our fine wines are made with our own grapes.
Harvest typically begins in late February with the harvesting of white grapes and continues into March with the reds. All our grapes are hand-harvested in 20 kg crates, contributing to the proper treatment of the fruit. We vinify by plot, and aging can range from 6 to 36 months, depending on the desired profile for each label.
A Terroir like no other
This granite is exclusive to this area and has an age between 500 and 600 million years.
This granite is exclusive to this area and has an age between 500 and 600 million years.
This granite is exclusive to this area and has an age between 500 and 600 million years.
sustainability
sustainable viticulture program in uruguay
sustainable viticulture program in uruguay
This program , driven by INAVI, promotes responsible vineyard management, caring for people, the environment, and the product.
This program , driven by INAVI, promotes responsible vineyard management, caring for people, the environment, and the product.
It is based on a compendium of good practices related to vineyard management for grape production destined for winemaking, ensuring sustainable and quality production with complete traceability.
It is based on a compendium of good practices related to vineyard management for grape production destined for winemaking, ensuring sustainable and quality production with complete traceability.
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ZONA METROPOLITANA
Comprende la mayor cantidad de viñedos y producción vitivinícola del país, concentrando más del 70% de las bodegas nacionales. Tiene una marcada influencia del Río de la Plata, una de las cuencas hidrográficas más amplias del mundo.
El departamento de Canelones, corazón de la vinicultura uruguaya y Montevideo es donde se encuentran los viñedos más antiguos del país.
EXPERIENCES
Aromas and
flavors of our
terroir
Experiences
Aromas and Flavors of Our Terroir
Aromas and Flavors of Our Terroir
Tasting wines in the place where its grapes were harvested, in the winery where it was vinified, in direct contact with its protagonists, turns the event into a unique experience.
Tasting wines in the place where its grapes were harvested, in the winery where it was vinified, in direct contact with its protagonists, turns the event into a unique experience.
Understanding that wine in its own territory delivers the best of itself, we strive to offer experiences where wine and its context take center stage.
Understanding that wine in its own territory delivers the best of itself, we strive to offer experiences where wine and its context take center stage.
Book experience
Discover Our
Discover Our
Experiences
CLASSIC
CLASSIC
TASTING
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON
USD $40
Book experience
Tasting of four wines from the Pedregal, Bella Donna, and Prima Donna lines, accompanied by cheeses, nuts, and homemade empanadas.
CLASSIC
CLASSIC
TASTING
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON
USD $40
Book experience
Tasting of four wines from the Pedregal, Bella Donna, and Prima Donna lines, accompanied by cheeses, nuts, and homemade empanadas.
CLASSIC
CLASSIC
TASTING
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON
USD $40
Book experience
Tasting of four wines from the Pedregal, Bella Donna, and Prima Donna lines, accompanied by cheeses, nuts, and homemade empanadas.
PREMIUM
PREMIUM
TASTING
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON
USD $60
Book experience
Tasting of iconic wines from our Bella Donna, Prima Donna, Mburucuya, Osiris, and Dolce Donna lines, accompanied by cheeses, nuts, and homemade empanadas.
PREMIUM
PREMIUM
TASTING
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON
USD $60
Book experience
Tasting of iconic wines from our Bella Donna, Prima Donna, Mburucuya, Osiris, and Dolce Donna lines, accompanied by cheeses, nuts, and homemade empanadas.
PREMIUM
PREMIUM
TASTING
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON
USD $60
Book experience
Tasting of iconic wines from our Bella Donna, Prima Donna, Mburucuya, Osiris, and Dolce Donna lines, accompanied by cheeses, nuts, and homemade empanadas.
SPECIAL
LUNCHES UPON RESERVATION
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON — Minimum 10 people.
USD $85
Book experience
Five wines from the Protagonista, Prima Donna, Mburucuyá, Osiris, and Dolce Donna lines.
Different menu proposals to choose from (with vegetarian and vegan options).
SPECIAL
LUNCHES UPON RESERVATION
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON — Minimum 10 people.
USD $85
Book experience
Cinco vinos de las líneas Protagonista, Prima Donna, Mburucuyá, Osiris y Dolce Donna. Diferentes propuestas de menú a elección (con opciones vegetarianas y veganas).
SPECIAL
LUNCHES UPON RESERVATION
Guided tour through our vineyards, enjoying a unique landscape in our country, discovering the secrets of our wines.
Visit
Guided tour of the winery to delve into the wine production and elaboration process.
PRICE PER PERSON — Minimum 10 people.
USD $85
Book experience
Cinco vinos de las líneas Protagonista, Prima Donna, Mburucuyá, Osiris y Dolce Donna. Diferentes propuestas de menú a elección (con opciones vegetarianas y veganas).
OPEN EVENTS
We have a calendar of events with various proposals for enjoying gastronomic pleasures throughout the year. Feel free to inquire about our upcoming activity.
Tenemos un calendario de eventos con distintas propuestas de disfrute gastroenológico a lo largo del año.
No dude en consultar sobre nuestra próxima actividad.
Tenemos un calendario de eventos con distintas propuestas de disfrute gastroenológico a lo largo del año.
No dude en consultar sobre nuestra próxima actividad.
PRIVATE EVENTS
We organize special events upon request.
We organize special events upon request.
We organize special events upon request.
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History
Migration,
wine and family
History
Migration,
wine and family
History
Migration,
wine and family
Our Garibaldian ancestor, Vicente Stagnari, began his journey into viticulture in the province of Ancona Comune di Loreto (Italy) in the year 1880. On his estate, he cultivated vegetables, grains, and grapes, producing wine for both consumption and sale. In 1898, his son, Pablo Stagnari Casali, emigrated to Uruguay from the port of Genoa. As a teenager, he worked in the Aicardi quarry, where he met Adela, the owner's daughter, and they married. They settled in La Paz, dedicating themselves to the business of blacksmithing and tinsmithing.
Generations
Without abandoning his trade, they moved to Melilla, in the southern part of Uruguay, where they planted vines. Of the seven children they had, five were boys.
Without abandoning his trade, they moved to Melilla, in the southern part of Uruguay, where they planted vines. Of the seven children they had, five were boys.
Without abandoning his trade, they moved to Melilla, in the southern part of Uruguay, where they planted vines. Of the seven children they had, five were boys.
One of them, Héctor Stagnari Aicardi (1908-1955), felt the call of enology. Unfortunately, he died young, at the age of 47. It was his son, Héctor Nelson Stagnari, already involved in the world of winemaking, who continued his father's legacy.
On the other side of the family, Carlo Moise, a farmer and winemaker from Turin, married Mariana Delpero, with whom he had three children. Carlo died young, and Mariana had to raise their children. Twelve years later, in 1897, one of them, Pablo Moise Delpero, traveled to America fleeing from the war.
One of them, Héctor Stagnari Aicardi (1908-1955), felt the call of enology. Unfortunately, he died young, at the age of 47. It was his son, Héctor Nelson Stagnari, already involved in the world of winemaking, who continued his father's legacy.
On the other side of the family, Carlo Moise, a farmer and winemaker from Turin, married Mariana Delpero, with whom he had three children. Carlo died young, and Mariana had to raise their children. Twelve years later, in 1897, one of them, Pablo Moise Delpero, traveled to America fleeing from the war.
One of them, Héctor Stagnari Aicardi (1908-1955), felt the call of enology. Unfortunately, he died young, at the age of 47. It was his son, Héctor Nelson Stagnari, already involved in the world of winemaking, who continued his father's legacy.
On the other side of the family, Carlo Moise, a farmer and winemaker from Turin, married Mariana Delpero, with whom he had three children. Carlo died young, and Mariana had to raise their children. Twelve years later, in 1897, one of them, Pablo Moise Delpero, traveled to America fleeing from the war.
Once settled in Argentina, he was in charge of building a railway between Buenos Aires and Paraguay. With 200 men under his command, he learned Guarani and other languages thanks to the descendants of indigenous people in his crew.
Once settled in Argentina, he was in charge of building a railway between Buenos Aires and Paraguay. With 200 men under his command, he learned Guarani and other languages thanks to the descendants of indigenous people in his crew.
Once settled in Argentina, he was in charge of building a railway between Buenos Aires and Paraguay. With 200 men under his command, he learned Guarani and other languages thanks to the descendants of indigenous people in his crew.
In the settlements that sprang up along the tracks, he met Ecilda Romero, with whom he had two daughters: Carmelina and Carolina. On October 12, 1929, the couple and their daughters emigrated to Uruguay.
With their savings, they bought three hectares of land in Santos Lugares, in the department of Canelones. With sacrifice and patience, they gradually built their house. They had neither electricity nor water. They dug a well and built a windmill—still present at the entrance of the winery—to extract water. In Canelones, their two youngest daughters were born: Enriqueta and Mariana.
In the settlements that sprang up along the tracks, he met Ecilda Romero, with whom he had two daughters: Carmelina and Carolina. On October 12, 1929, the couple and their daughters emigrated to Uruguay.
With their savings, they bought three hectares of land in Santos Lugares, in the department of Canelones. With sacrifice and patience, they gradually built their house. They had neither electricity nor water. They dug a well and built a windmill—still present at the entrance of the winery—to extract water. In Canelones, their two youngest daughters were born: Enriqueta and Mariana.
In the settlements that sprang up along the tracks, he met Ecilda Romero, with whom he had two daughters: Carmelina and Carolina. On October 12, 1929, the couple and their daughters emigrated to Uruguay.
With their savings, they bought three hectares of land in Santos Lugares, in the department of Canelones. With sacrifice and patience, they gradually built their house. They had neither electricity nor water. They dug a well and built a windmill—still present at the entrance of the winery—to extract water. In Canelones, their two youngest daughters were born: Enriqueta and Mariana.
The marriage between Mariana Moise and Héctor Nelson Stagnari in 1955 intertwines the history of both families. Together, they settled in Santos Lugares (La Paz) at the winery owned by the Moise family (now Antigua Bodega).
The legacy
With the knowledge gained from his father and the instructions of his father-in-law, a very young Héctor Nelson Stagnari began crafting his first wines. The absence of his father-in-law due to travel forced him to learn, with much effort and a few setbacks, the complex task of being a winemaker.
With the knowledge gained from his father and the instructions of his father-in-law, a very young Héctor Nelson Stagnari began crafting his first wines. The absence of his father-in-law due to travel forced him to learn, with much effort and a few setbacks, the complex task of being a winemaker.
With the knowledge gained from his father and the instructions of his father-in-law, a very young Héctor Nelson Stagnari began crafting his first wines. The absence of his father-in-law due to travel forced him to learn, with much effort and a few setbacks, the complex task of being a winemaker.
Years later, it would be his daughter, Virginia Stagnari (fifth generation), who would leave medicine to take charge of the family business alongside her children Mariana and Carlo (sixth generation).
Years later, it would be his daughter, Virginia Stagnari (fifth generation), who would leave medicine to take charge of the family business alongside her children Mariana and Carlo (sixth generation).
Years later, it would be his daughter, Virginia Stagnari (fifth generation), who would leave medicine to take charge of the family business alongside her children Mariana and Carlo (sixth generation).
Carlo Meneguzzi Stagnari is responsible for vine care, while Mariana Meneguzzi Stagnari is the winemaker in charge. Mariana graduated from the School of Enology (2004) and expanded her knowledge in California and Australia.
Carlo Meneguzzi Stagnari is responsible for vine care, while Mariana Meneguzzi Stagnari is the winemaker in charge. Mariana graduated from the School of Enology (2004) and expanded her knowledge in California and Australia.
Carlo Meneguzzi Stagnari is responsible for vine care, while Mariana Meneguzzi Stagnari is the winemaker in charge. Mariana graduated from the School of Enology (2004) and expanded her knowledge in California and Australia.
The trio took on the noble task of preserving the family legacy with passion, dedication, and soul. That small winery that produced 110,000 liters of wine now produces 2 million liters, a remarkable growth thanks to the work of Héctor Nelson Stagnari.
The extensive history of the winery, the vision and leadership of Virginia, along with the tenacity, energy, and talent of Mariana and Carlo, and the invaluable contribution of Laura Casella—a recognized professional with an outstanding career in the world of wine—make Antigua Bodega a place of consolidated trajectory in the world of Uruguayan wine.
The trio took on the noble task of preserving the family legacy with passion, dedication, and soul. That small winery that produced 110,000 liters of wine now produces 2 million liters, a remarkable growth thanks to the work of Héctor Nelson Stagnari.
The extensive history of the winery, the vision and leadership of Virginia, along with the tenacity, energy, and talent of Mariana and Carlo, and the invaluable contribution of Laura Casella—a recognized professional with an outstanding career in the world of wine—make Antigua Bodega a place of consolidated trajectory in the world of Uruguayan wine.
The trio took on the noble task of preserving the family legacy with passion, dedication, and soul. That small winery that produced 110,000 liters of wine now produces 2 million liters, a remarkable growth thanks to the work of Héctor Nelson Stagnari.
The extensive history of the winery, the vision and leadership of Virginia, along with the tenacity, energy, and talent of Mariana and Carlo, and the invaluable contribution of Laura Casella—a recognized professional with an outstanding career in the world of wine—make Antigua Bodega a place of consolidated trajectory in the world of Uruguayan wine.
Uruguay
Land of
tannat
Uruguayan winemaking is predominantly characterized by small family-owned wineries. Migration movements throughout our history brought European winemaking families who, with their knowledge, founded wineries in our country. Many of these founding wineries today maintain their legacy thanks to the commitment of third, fourth, fifth, and even sixth-generation heirs.
Positioning
Uruguay is located—like Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand—between parallels 30 and 35 of the southern latitude. The generous influence of the Atlantic Ocean and rainfall in the warmer months give our wines a unique freshness.
Uruguay is located—like Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand—between parallels 30 and 35 of the southern latitude. The generous influence of the Atlantic Ocean and rainfall in the warmer months give our wines a unique freshness.
Uruguay is located—like Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand—between parallels 30 and 35 of the southern latitude. The generous influence of the Atlantic Ocean and rainfall in the warmer months give our wines a unique freshness.
With 5800 hectares of vineyards and 160 wineries, Uruguay is the first country in Latin America to have all its vineyards georeferenced, boasting a viticulture that can pride itself on total traceability. The unique cultural matrix, soil diversity, climate, and privileged geographical location give our wines distinctive characteristics.
With 5800 hectares of vineyards and 160 wineries, Uruguay is the first country in Latin America to have all its vineyards georeferenced, boasting a viticulture that can pride itself on total traceability. The unique cultural matrix, soil diversity, climate, and privileged geographical location give our wines distinctive characteristics.
With 5800 hectares of vineyards and 160 wineries, Uruguay is the first country in Latin America to have all its vineyards georeferenced, boasting a viticulture that can pride itself on total traceability. The unique cultural matrix, soil diversity, climate, and privileged geographical location give our wines distinctive characteristics.
The metropolitan region concentrates over 70% of the national wineries, bringing together the largest number of vineyards and the highest wine production in the country. Canelones represents the heart of Uruguayan viticulture, while Montevideo is home to the oldest vineyards in the country.
The metropolitan region concentrates over 70% of the national wineries, bringing together the largest number of vineyards and the highest wine production in the country. Canelones represents the heart of Uruguayan viticulture, while Montevideo is home to the oldest vineyards in the country.
The metropolitan region concentrates over 70% of the national wineries, bringing together the largest number of vineyards and the highest wine production in the country. Canelones represents the heart of Uruguayan viticulture, while Montevideo is home to the oldest vineyards in the country.
The soils of both wine regions, where our vineyards are located, are characterized by favorable conditions for grapevine growth.
The soils of both wine regions, where our vineyards are located, are characterized by favorable conditions for grapevine growth.
The soils of both wine regions, where our vineyards are located, are characterized by favorable conditions for grapevine growth.
Health properties
Compared to other varieties, Tannat has higher levels of resveratrol and polyphenols, compounds that stimulate the immune system, prevent heart diseases, and have beneficial effects in cases of Alzheimer's.
Compared to other varieties, Tannat has higher levels of resveratrol and polyphenols, compounds that stimulate the immune system, prevent heart diseases, and have beneficial effects in cases of Alzheimer's.
Compared to other varieties, Tannat has higher levels of resveratrol and polyphenols, compounds that stimulate the immune system, prevent heart diseases, and have beneficial effects in cases of Alzheimer's.
Tannat is undoubtedly the grape variety that has put Uruguay on the world map of viticulture. Pascual Harriague introduced it to our country in 1870 from Madiran, its place of origin in southwestern France. Today, the production of Tannat-based wines in Uruguay surpasses that of France in volume.
TANNAT
With 1572 hectares, the vines of our most characteristic variety represent 27% of national production. We are proud to be the country of Tannat. Our wines have won multiple international awards and have found a place in the palates of consumers and experts who identify the true taste of our land in our flagship grape variety.
With 1572 hectares, the vines of our most characteristic variety represent 27% of national production. We are proud to be the country of Tannat. Our wines have won multiple international awards and have found a place in the palates of consumers and experts who identify the true taste of our land in our flagship grape variety.
With 1572 hectares, the vines of our most characteristic variety represent 27% of national production. We are proud to be the country of Tannat. Our wines have won multiple international awards and have found a place in the palates of consumers and experts who identify the true taste of our land in our flagship grape variety.
Tannat, in its diversity of profiles, is known for being full-bodied, structured, and intense in color. Powerful wines with personality that pair perfectly with one of our most ingrained culinary traditions: wood-fired barbecue.
Tannat, in its diversity of profiles, is known for being full-bodied, structured, and intense in color. Powerful wines with personality that pair perfectly with one of our most ingrained culinary traditions: wood-fired barbecue.
Tannat, in its diversity of profiles, is known for being full-bodied, structured, and intense in color. Powerful wines with personality that pair perfectly with one of our most ingrained culinary traditions: wood-fired barbecue.
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Ruta 5 km 20 Santos Lugares - La Paz - Canelones - Uruguay
© 2023 Antigua Bodega. All rights reserved.
Ruta 5 km 20 Santos Lugares - La Paz - Canelones - Uruguay
© 2023 Antigua Bodega. All rights reserved.
Ruta 5 km 20 Santos Lugares - La Paz - Canelones - Uruguay
© 2023 Antigua Bodega. All rights reserved.
Ruta 5 km 20 Santos Lugares - La Paz - Canelones - Uruguay
