    | PAST Winemaking at
St. Ignatius has a prestigious and proud background, spanning over three continents
and many generations. Enrique’s Grandfather Fernando, a winemaker in the Reggio
Emilia (Parma-Italy), migrated to Argentina where he imprinted the esteemed
Diaz name in Argentina’s winemaking industry. Indeed, it seemed winemaking was
the perfect industry for the Diaz family who now resides in Victoria. Enrique, who chose to follow in his Grandfather’s footsteps in Avoca,
established St. Ignatius Vineyard. It was in this where Enrique produced a
total commitment to producing premium wines. The vineyard was established in an
area known for the famous Clare Castle Gold Rush of 1859, in the viticultural
region called the “Pyrenees”. Planting began in 1992, with the inaugural
vintage coming in 1997. Currently St. Ignatius holds 25 Acres of Shiraz,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and a range
of upcoming exotic varieties. St. Igantius Trade Marks; Hangmans Gully &
Gold Rush, commemorate yet another migration, the settlement of thousands of
miners attracted to the Pyrenees in late 1859 and symbolise the rich culture
behind the business.
|   | PRESENT
ENRIQUE DIAZ is an engineer, entrepreneur & adventurer. Enrique graduated from the Technological University of BA, Argentina, achieving honours in all fields. Upon graduating, Enrique moved to investigate the intricacies of business, working in the oil industry, as a Senior Researcher in the road business and establishing his own company in water technology. Consequently, Enrique had obtained a plethora of experience in a vast range of fields, all over the world, which would be utilised when Enrique became a viticulturist and winemaker. Enrique prides himself upon the concepts of dedication, commitment and devotion in all facets of life – which has directly translated into the production of premium wines.
SILVIA DIAZ is a registered architect who graduated from Buenos Aires University in BA, Argentina. Silvia there obtained a Masters degree in Planning and Urban Design. After this, Silvia worked as an architect in Argentina, Chile, Brazil, USA and Melbourne. Silvia incorporated the many talents obtained from working in a global industry such as business, graphic design, food catering, human resource management and IT skills in the effective running of St. Ignatius. Silvia’s work at St. Ignatius is quintessential to the successful operation of the company. She works in finance, marketing and sales.
NICHOLAS, THOMAS & ALEXANDER DIAZ, Enrique and Silvia’s three children, also play a role in the efficient running of the vineyard. The three boys are very studious and astute in their work ethic, and apply all of these principles to endeavours in the business. All three play a role in the maintenance of the vineyard; whereby they will take on roles pruning, planting, picking and producing. Nicholas is also a certified chef, who cooks with tremendous eminence on a traditional Argentine Grill. Additionally, Nicholas is studying Chemical Engineering/Business Management at RMIT University. Nicholas’ experience has applied holistically to the Science of winemaking. Whilst, Thomas and Alexander are highly trained waiters who provide incomparable service.
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