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Wine Tours
Argentina is the fifth
wine making producer world wide
 The wine-making region in
Argentina
ranges between the
22° and 42°
South latitude. It spreads at the
foothills of the Andes mountain range along over 2,400 km; from the
province of Salta to the province of Río Negro, with a variety of
climates and soils that makes each region a unique land.
In general terms, the areas dedicated to vine
cultivation are
dry and arid
with a low level of rain and
humidity. Due to the low rain regime, irrigation is necessary. The
main source of irrigation is the water comes from the Mountain Rivers
that descend from the Andes.
Abundant sunny days and thermal amplitude favor a
good maturity and concentration of aroma and color in the grain. Soils
are deep, permeable and poor in organic matter, decisive qualities at
the time of obtaining
good wine.
Undoubtedly, the combination of these factors turns Mendoza into
an oasis with the high est winemaking quality.
Mendoza is divided into 5 wine regions, which are
subdivided into many sub-regions and climates.
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North:
Las Heras and Lavalle. This area is the lowest in altitude at 700
meters above sea level (m.a.s.l) and it’s located in the Northeast
of Mendoza City. The soils are shallow, somewhat salty and fairly
permeable in the lower areas, making this area
suitable for the production of fruity whites and
young reds.
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East:
San Martin, Junin, Rivadavia, Santa Rosa and La Paz.
It has the highest production in the Province because
the highest yield production vineyards are grown here, at 33 degrees
South Latitude.
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Central and High Region of the Mendoza River:
Godoy Cruz, Guaymallén, Luján de Cuyo and Maipú. This area, is also
known as “Primera Zona”, is regarded as first fine wine
producer in the country. Its geography is very unique due to the
wide temperature range (average 59F degrees) and the altitude
(800 to 1,100 m.a.s.l.). Malbec is the characteristic vine grape of
this region. The wine made with Malbec grapes has such a remarkable
personality that even though it’s grown in other places in the
world, the quality level of our Malbec can’t be found anywhere else.
That’s why Malbec has become synonym of Argentinean red wine.
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De Uco Valley:
Tupungato, Tunuyán and San Carlos.
This region is the highest in altitude, reaching
1,400m.a.s.l. in the North region of Tupungato. It’s situated at 34
degrees South latitude and there’s a wide temperature range between
the minimum and the maximum, averaging 59F degrees. This helps red
varieties to develop their tannins and good color; and whites to
develop the right acidity. The soils in this region are alluvial,
stony and well drained.
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South:
San Rafael and General Alvear. The vineyards of this region are
irrigated by two main rivers (Diamante and Atuel). The soils are
sandy with scarce organic matter and low in nitrogen. The most
characteristic variety of this region is Chenin Blanc, which
produces a fragrant and delicate wine. High quality wines come from
this area, situated at 35 degrees South latitude. San Rafael was the
first one to establish the “Appellation d’origine” in Argentina.
We have
selected a variety of wineries (long-established, traditional, modern,
and ecological) to give you a good knowledge of the wine of the
region. All winery tours include wine tasting. Usually we visit
 between
three and four wineries everyday with commented wine tasting, tour
sites of historical or artistic interest. The duration of the tour is
flexible. There are scheduled tours from one day to a week long;
depending to your needs.
You can either join a scheduled tour or we can organize
a customize private tour for you.
The main wine regions in the city of Mendoza are: Luján
de Cuyo, Valle de Uco and Maipú.
Wineries located in Lujan de Cuyo:
This
sub-region of Mendoza is the high region. It is recognized as an area
of premium
production
of
Malbec,
Argentina’s
most
important variety.
Bodega Séptima
 Bodega Norton
Bodega Catena Zapata
Bodega Lagarde
Bodega Cavas de
Weinert
Bodega Chandon
Bodega
Terrazas de Los Andes
Bodega Alta
Vista
Dolium
Ruca
Malen
Wineries
located in Maipú:
Bodega Familia
Zuccardi
Bodega La Rural
Wineries
located in De Uco Valley area:
Tupungato is the highest and most westerly sub-region in Mendoza.
Chardonnay is the favorite in this region, but some reds are also
produced including varieties of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Bodega Salentein
Bodega Clos de los siete
Bodegas Lurton
Bodega O Fournier
Bodega Altus
The Vines of Mendoza Tasting Room
Visitor Program Options
Boutique Wines and Argentine Fare: The Perfect Pair
The newest wine tasting experience in Argentina, The Vines of Mendoza
Tasting Room is the first and only venue in South America to offer
tasting flights of boutique, hard-to-find Argentine wines from
renowned local bodegas. Exclusively for Tasting Mendoza visitors, The
Vines of Mendoza has designed a special tasting of the very best wines
from their collection – several of which cannot be tasted anywhere
else in Mendoza. Served in their intimate Reserve Room, a Vines of
Mendoza wine expert will guide you through the tasting while you enjoy
a perfectly paired spread of Argentine fare.
The Vines of Mendoza Wine Essence Tasting
Before you start your bodega tour, visit the newest wine tasting
experience in Argentina - The Vines of Mendoza Tasting Room. Their
wine experts will guide you through a exploration of the flavor
profile of wine, unveiling the mysteries of aromatic essences commonly
associated with red and white wines such as green apple, peach, earth,
spice, berries or oak. The tasting focuses on the influences of soil,
climate, and the artful hand of the winemaker. A perfect way to
prepare your palate for your day of winetasting!
Tasting Mendoza - E-mail:
info@tastingmendoza.com
Licensed travel operator Valley Moon EVT 12.202 Disp. 1048
Office Number +54-261-424-6540 / Mobile +54-9-261-454-4322
Mendoza - Argentina
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