About Us
How it all started...
In March 2004, Patricia and David went on vacation in Argentina. After visiting Patricia's parents in Buenos Aires, they traveled to the province of Mendoza looking for adventure. They drove past an abandoned farm with 200 neglected olive and apricot trees and a crumbling old house and barn. Captivated by the tranquility and natural beauty, they stopped their car and bought it.
Now after planting 12 hectares of vineyards, reviving the trees, installing roads and building four beautiful villas their vision to create Mendoza's first wine resort is becoming a reality. Thanks to the terrific team they have working with them.
The next time you're in Mendoza, please stop by. We're only about two hours away from the Hyatt but a whole world apart. We'll be officially open for business in November 2008. But our Malbec 2006 wine is ready to drink now. Come have some, and learn how to make your own just like it. We're waiting for you.
Leopoldo Kuschnaroff, Winery and Vineyard Manager.
Valeria Morado, Wine Designer.
Oscar Zalazar, Enologist, 2006 Vintage.
Team Calitina
Patricia Gatti, Co-Founder.
A native of Argentina, Patricia now lives part of the year in her adopted land of California. Passionate about healthy living, art and yoga, Patricia directs Calitina's wine tourism programs. She earned her Tecnica en Turismo degree from Universidad de Salvador de Buenos Aires.
David Greco, Co-Founder.
David remembers enjoying his Grandfather's home-made wine when he was very young. Now, after many years as a high-tech entrepreneur, he has come back to his roots. David attended courses in wine marketing and finance at University of California, Davis and earned his MBA from Miami University.
