History

Nestled deep within the Calchaquí Valley, Tacuil is a truly extraordinary place. It's here that the Dávalos family's long history with wine began.

The family's history with vineyards dates back to the mid-1800s when Ascensión Isasmendi of Dávalos, founder of Argentina's oldest winery, introduced the first french grapevines to the valley, forever transforming the Calchaquí landscape. These plants adapted remarkably to the new conditions imposed by Salta's soil and climate, evolving favorably alongside native grapes. Over the years, Doña Ascensión's descendants continued tending to the vineyards, establishing a strong tradition of winemaking.

Raúl Dávalos Goytia, the fifth generation of winemakers, inherited this passion from his ancestors. In 1982, he decided to settle in the valley and take over the management of the winery.

With a bold vision, Raúl championed the concept of terroir and pioneered the production of high-altitude wines in Salta. He rejected the traditional oak aging process, believing that Tacuil wines should showcase the grapes' unique character without the influence of wood.

This philosophy of winemaking has been passed down to the sixth generation of Dávalos winemakers, who continue to uphold their family's legacy.