OUR HISTORY
“The project” starts with Urs Gmür, of Swiss origin. In 2006, he acquires a virgin piece of land in the Alto Verde – San Martin region, renowned for its arboriculture, fruit growing and wines. He began planting vines, walnuts and plums.
In 2007, with the arrival of other Swiss investors, the land adjacent to the old property was acquired and the plantation was expanded.
In 2018, with a new capital injection, it was decided to take a new step. A cellar was acquired and equipped with state-of-the-art technology for the vinification of grapes.
2006
Establishment of Mendagro S.A., a company operating Pecne Te products. The first Swiss shareholded, Urs Gmür. 40 hectares are acquired in the Alto Verde region.
2007
3.8 hectares of walnut trees and 4 hectares of vines (Sauvignon Blanc – Viognier) are planted. 75 additional hectares are acquired in the Alto Verde region.
2009
14 hectares of walnut trees are planted.
2010
6.6 hectares of vines (Malbec) are planted.
2011
8 hectares of vineyards (Aspirant B – Torrontés) are added.
2012
The first tests were carried out with its own grapes in a nearby 3rd category winery, with very promising results.
2017
Acquisition of our own warehouse in Alto Verde.<br>
The first Wine Expo is held with the 2014, 2015 and 2016 vintages.
2018
A drying and processing plant for nuts and pistachios is built.
2023
GlobalG.A.P Certification for
good agriculture practices
2023
Launch of transition process towards organic viticulture
TYPICITY OF THE TERROIR
SOL
Its alluvial plains expose sober sediments deposited by the rivers. According to the taxonomic classification of soils, it belongs to Torrifluventes and Torripsmentes. Typical characterised by poorly developed soils and mainly sandy loam.
CLIMATE
The climate is considered dry arid and semi-arid, according to the Köppen climate classification, which favours sustainable agriculture. The seasons are marked, generating a large annual thermal amplitude and a good daily thermal amplitude. Heliophane is high, with a large number of sunny days.
TEMPERATURE & PRECIPITATION
The temperature varies from 40°c in summer to -10°c in winter. Annual precipitation is 220 mm, distributed between the months of November and March. The prevailing wind is from the south.
HYDROGRAPHY
Area irrigated by the lower reaches of the Tunuyán River, supplementing the water demand with groundwater extracted by pumping at a depth of 240 metres.
SUSTAINABLE CROP MANAGEMENT
The principles of sustainability are applied in our cultivation, including not breaking the soil structure, caring for the environment and maintaining the biodiversity of flora and fauna.
The harvesting of the vines, which takes place between March and May, is done manually. We place the grapes in crates where all the necessary hygienic measures are used to arrive with the product in optimal conditions at the winery. As for the walnuts, the harvest is semi-mechanised with the help of a vibrator and is then put back into the crates by hand.
VINE CULTIVATION
Domains: Léonie and Santa Cecilia
Cultivated area : 23 hectares
Grape varieties planted : Red: Bonarda, Syrah, Malbec. White : Sauvignon Blanc,
Viognier, Torrontés
Irrigation : Traditional and drip
Training system : Double Guyot pruning and pergola.
WALNUT CULTIVATION
Domain : Léonie
Cultivated area : 18 hectares
Varieties planted : Chandler as the main variety with pollinators, Franquette and Cisco.
Irrigation : Traditional and drip
PRUNE CULTIVATION
Domain : Léonie
Cultivated area : 10 hectares
Variety planted : D’Agen
Irrigation : Traditional and drip
PISTACHIO CULTIVATION
Domain : Léonie
Cultivated area : 2.5 hectares
Planted variety : Kerman
Irrigation : Traditional and drip
PECNE TE TEAM
Philippe Bovet
Célèbre producteur de vin suisse, lauréat de multiples prix internationaux (par exemple Grand Gold Medal Concours Mondial de Bruxelles).
Urs Gmür
"Avec Pecne Te, je réalise mon rêve d'enfance"
Équipe Pecne Te
Équipe locale passionnée par le monde du vin et de la vigne, compétente et dévouée.
OUR COMMITMENTS
EXCELLENCE
We strive for excellence in all stages of production, from the grape to the “nectar of the gods”. In order to achieve superior quality, we place as much importance on the cultivation as on the production.
RESPECT
The climate in our region is already ideal for sustainable wine and fruit growing. We are committed to going far beyond this in terms of respect for the environment. Several initiatives are being developed (soil treatment, renewable energy, water management). In addition, we do our utmost to preserve the excellent harmony with the local community.
TEAM
The team is the pillar on which the quality of our products is based. It makes commitments to achieve common goals. Its solidarity, philosophy and values are shared by the whole team. They identify with the brand and are proud to share the fruits of their labour with you.