Monte Xanic has led a transformation toward low-intervention practices — creative, sustainable winemaking that honors varietal expression.
We’ve introduced new combinations of oak forests, toasts, and barrel types, seeking harmony between wood and wine — where oak supports the fruit without overshadowing its primary aromas.
The winemaking practices that distinguish Monte Xanic today are characterized by a dedication to time. Our winemaker, Oscar Ganona, is involved in every part of the vinification process for all the grapes that enter the winery.
Following each step of the process allows him to understand the development of the fruit and anticipate how it reacts to changes — all in pursuit of excellence in every bottle of Monte Xanic.
“I don’t see another way to make wine than by being present from start to finish — from choosing the perfect harvest day and selecting grapes, to hydrating the yeasts, managing fermentation temperatures, barrel transfers, monitoring aging, and finally, bottling.”
— Óscar Gaona, Winemaker at Monte Xanic
Characteristics that define the Guadalupe Valley and Ojos Negros wines
At Monte Xanic, we benefit from a rich diversity of soils, allowing us to achieve different grape profiles depending on our enological intentions.
In the Guadalupe Valley, soils are mainly decomposed granite and sand, while Ojos Negros features more clay, producing grapes with a higher skin-to-pulp ratio — ideal for deeply structured wines.
Another defining factor is the mild spring and early summer climate, which extends the grape’s ripening period, enhancing its potential.
Monte Xanic preserves a fresh, intensely aromatic white wine style, while in our reds we highlight the distinctive personality of each line and varietal — round, mature tannins and predominant fruit aromas over oak
I’ve introduced more options of barrels, toasts, and oak origins to experiment and fine-tune each wine’s ideal barrel.
My approach is to minimize oak impact and respect the aromas that take such effort to develop in the vineyard.”
— Óscar Gaona, Winemaker at Monte Xanic
