Vinos Don Rafael was created in the community of Chachagua, in the Alajuela Province of Costa Rica. We are located very close to La Fortuna and Lake Arenal.

Its story started when the COVID-19 pandemic eliminated most work in the region and the family considered options to find new sources of income. A friend helped Don Rafael learn how to ferment various fruits, and he tested various varieties, evaluating acidity to determine which would make the best artisanal wines. Don Rafael’s work is performed in his yard, and he often uses fruit picked from the family’s land.

Don Rafael’s primary objective is to use native fruits that are in-season – such as mamón chino, soursop, Malay apple, arazà , cocoa, and star fruit – to craft quality artisanal wines unique to Costa Rica. The delicious artisanal wine this process produces is a tasty one you must try to fully appreciate.