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Bodega Lagarde
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BODEGA LAGARDE
Bodega Lagarde is a historic, family-owned winery located in the Luján de Cuyo district of Mendoza Province, Argentina. It was founded in 1897 and today is managed by the Pescarmona family (third generation sisters Sofía Pescarmona and Lucila Pescarmona).
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OUR HISTORY
History & Ownership
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Established in 1897 in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza.
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In 1969 the Pescarmona family acquired the estate.
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Third generation leadership: Sofía and Lucila Pescarmona carry the vision forward, with winemaker Juan Roby Stordeur (since approx 2002) at the helm of viticulture and oenology.
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The estate has become a benchmark for female leadership in the Argentine wine industry.
Location & Vineyards
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Headquarters & principal estate: San Martín 1745, Mayor Drummond, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza Province.
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Owns multiple vineyard sites across Mendoza including the historic vines: two centennial vineyards (one planted 1906, another 1930) focused on Malbec.
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Elevation, terroir diversity and careful vineyard management allow them to craft wines with strong expression of Mendoza’s viticulture.
Sustainability, Certification & Philosophy
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Lagarde is certified as a B Corporation, among the first wineries in Latin America to achieve this designation.
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Their sustainability model addresses social, environmental, and economic dimensions: water conservation, composting organic waste, use of ecological bottles, emphasis on community.
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Their vineyard strategy: protect legacy old vines, regenerate via modern agronomic methods (e.g., drip irrigation), diversify terroir sites.
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Philosophy: “We consider ourselves humble caretakers of this jewel of Mendoza… Our wines are an invitation to share genuine moments and connections.”
Key Strengths & Differentiators
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Heritage: One of Argentina’s oldest wineries with centennial vineyards, giving depth of history and terroir.
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Family driven: Strong family leadership with a multi-generational continuity (Pescarmona family) which brings authenticity.
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Innovation: Early adopter of non-traditional varietals in Argentina (e.g., Viognier, Moscato Bianco) to diversify style.
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Sustainability leadership: B-Corp certification, full vineyard certification plans, integrated hospitality aligned with land stewardship.
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Premium positioning: From varietal lines to high end single vineyard and icon wines, enabling layered market approach.
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Hospitality & Experience: Combining wine production with culinary excellence and memorable visitor experiences → strengthens brand value.