A family-run winery in the north of Lanzarote is raising a glass to an exceptional haul of awards at this year’s CINVE (International Wine and Spirits Competition). Malpaís de Máguez, based in the municipality of Haría, has secured three Gold Medals and one Silver Medal at the 2026 edition of the renowned contest.
Under its La Grieta brand, the winery’s “La Grieta Blanco Seco 2025” claimed a Gold Medal. The judges praised the wine for “highlighting the characteristic freshness of the Máguez region.”
A second Gold Medal was awarded to “La Camuesa 2024” in its category, an accolade shared by “La Grieta Rosado 2025”. That wine charmed the jury with its “chromatic elegance and balance on the palate,” according to the competition’s citation.
Completing the set of honours, “La Grieta Afrutado 2025” earned a Silver Medal, recognised for its harmony and its ability to convey the most appealing and aromatic side of the Lanzarote grape.
For the family behind Malpaís de Máguez, these awards carry deeper meaning. “These are not just medals, but recognition of resilience and manual labour in a growing region as spectacular as it is demanding,” said Ricardo Socas, the winery’s manager and winemaker.
The official awards ceremony will take place on 21st May in Madrid.
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