Our Family
Two Cultures | One Family
Jon & Arlene Malinski
FOUNDERS
Founders of Piattelli Vineyards providing strategic leadership ensuring relentless focus on producing the highest quality wine.
Eric Malinski
PRESIDENT
Applying his Business Management degree from St. Mary's University, Eric has enjoyed building and managing businesses alongside incredibly talented professionals. Eric has expertise in building & cultivating strategic partnerships and is committed to applying his experience to serve the family wine business.
Marcelo Farmache
GENERAL DIRECTOR
The numbers. The spreadsheets. Marcelo is the balancer of books and master of coin. Previously worked for Chandon, working up the accounting chain. Earned his Masters in Business Administration from Universidad Nacional de Cuyo.
Luis Mohammad
COMMERCIAL & MARKETING DIRECTOR
Analytical and Charismatic. With his commercial focus and his strategic vision of the brands and the markets, Luis leads the commercial team of Piattelli. His degree in Economics from the National University of Cuyo and the experience he acquired occupying different positions in companies of the group Moët Hennesy, endorse his knowledge.
Valeria Antolin
PRINCIPAL WINEMAKER PIATTELLI
A 4th Generation Winemaker. The heart of Piattelli. Having been with Piattelli from its birth, she treats every grape as though it were one of her (adorable) boys. Daughter to a famous Mendozan winemaker, and with a degree in Agronomy from Universidad Nacional de Cuyo. Her passion leads Piattelli into the future of winemaking. Valeria leads and guides all Piattelli winemaking in both Mendoza & Cafayate.
Alejandro Nesman
SALTA VINEYARDS WINEMAKING MANAGER
Alejandro Manages one of the most beautiful wineries in Argentina: our Bodega Piattelli Cafayate. He is a master at utilizing Cafayate's unique climate to produce some of the best and highest rated high altitude wines in Argentina. With his knowledge and expertise we will continue to grow amazing varietals at these new heights.
Roberto de la Mota
WINEMAKING CONSULTANT
Renowned. Revered. Loved by all. Our goodwill ambassador. Most acclaimed, well-known wine-maker in all of Argentina. Overseeing our entire process, enjoins our wine-making family's strategy and standards. Lends his expert senses in the tasting room, identifying perfection when it strikes.
Grant Jennings
WESTERN REGION SALES MANAGER
My career in the wine business began at 15; however, while at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas I double majored in Hospitality Management and Philosophy. Moving on to the Court of Master Sommeliers the “brass tacks” of wine have always been interesting to me. Although, it is the passion and the stories that go into each bottle of Piattelli that keep me living my passion everyday.
Jimena Gianola
HOSPITALITY MANAGER
Energetic and attentive to every detail. Jimena makes your visit to our winery, whether you're there for a tasting or planning your wedding, an amazing experience. With a degree in International Relations and vast experience in hospitality with the Marriott Plaza in B.A., Jimena delights in sharing her love of wine with her guests.
Patricio Zaina
OPERATIONAL MANAGER
Patricio and his team take control of everything regarding production. Ensuring the level of excellence is achieved in all final wines, packaging and customer service. His attention to detail is a huge reason behind the brand success.
Santiago Acosta
MARKETING MANAGER
Santiago´s professionalism, creativeness, experience and determination to obtain results make him the perfect member of Piattelli´s team. Implementing and carrying out the marketing strategies that have made the brand so desirable.