Mendoza Wine Tours: How to Do a Wine Tasting in Mendoza, Argentina
Are you planning a visit to Mendoza and looking to do a wine tasting during your visit?
Yes?
Well, then you are not alone!
Wine tasting tours are one of the most popular things to do in Mendoza, with this Argentine region’s many world-class wineries!
However, figuring out how to do a wine tasting in Mendoza can easily feel a bit overwhelming. How do you actually do a wine tour in Mendoza? Where to go to get the best wine tasting experience in Mendoza?
I have been exactly where you are right now! Confused and overwhelmed about what to do to optimize my time and find the best wine tours in Mendoza!
So, that’s why I decided to pull together all my experiences and lessons learned about wine tasting in Mendoza in this post!
This post is your complete guide on how to do a wine tasting in Mendoza!
I will answer all your questions on exactly how to do a wine tasting in Mendoza like a pro (without losing your mind or your wine-loving spirit).
I have visited Mendoza two times while I lived in Buenos Aires; once alone as a solo traveler and once together with my husband. My husband, who is from another wine region in Argentina, San Juan, has relatives living in San Rafael, a town in the Mendoza province.
So, let’s get under the skin of wine tasting in Mendoza!
A First-Timer’s Guide to Wine Tours & Wine Tasting in Mendoza
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Mendoza Wine Tours & Wine Tasting for First-Timers
Mendoza is Argentina’s largest wine region and produces many of Argentina’s best wines, including the famous Argentine Malbec wine.
The Mendoza province is often called Argentina’s wine capital, and is home to some of the most scenic vineyards in South America!
But with more than 1,200 different wineries in Mendoza being spread out over several wine regions, it can be quite overwhelming to figure out how to do a wine tasting in Mendoza:
- How do you choose which wine region to visit?
- Should you go on a guided wine-tasting tour in Mendoza or organize the wine tour yourself?
- How to get around to the wineries in Mendoza?
- Which wineries should you visit?
There are many things to take into account when planning a wine tasting in Mendoza!
So, let’s make enjoying a wine tasting in Mendoza easier! Here’s my step-by-step guide to wine tasting in Mendoza!
Step 1: Where to Visit Wineries in Mendoza?
The first thing you should consider when planning a wine tasting in Mendoza is which area you want to go!
Mendoza’s wine country is divided into several main regions:
- Maipú
- Luján de Cuyo
- Valle de Uco
- San Rafael
Each of Mendoza’s wine regions has its character, vibe, and grape varietals and favorite wine. Let’s explore them one by one!
Maipú
Maipú is the wine region closest to Mendoza City, and can be reached by public transportation from the city center.
Maipú is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in Mendoza, and it’s known for its rustic charm, family-run wineries, and relaxed vibe.
Maipú is where winemaking in Argentina took root, and you can feel that history as you explore the area.
In my opinion, Maipú is ideal for a more casual wine tasting day. You’ll find a mix of traditional bodegas and olive oil producers around Maipú, and it is easy to get around by renting a bike or doing a half-day guided wine tour of Maipú.
From the city center, by Avenida las Heras and Avenida Belgrano, the local red tram takes you directly to Maipú. Get off at the final stop on the line called Gutiérrez, which is the center of Maipú.
From the train station, you can easily reach some of the main wineries in Maipú with the local bus or by renting a bike at the Maipú station.
Maipú is a great choice if you are on a budget but still want to enjoy some wineries in Mendoza.
Book a wine tour of Maipú!
Luján de Cuyo
Luján de Cuyo is the second Mendoza wine region, located a bit further away from Mendoza City than Maipú.
Luján de Cuyo is famous for being the home of the famous Argentine Malbec!
Malbec is Argentina’s flagship grape, and honestly, it’s what put the country on the global wine map. Argentine Malbec is known for being bold and smooth, with deep flavors of dark fruit like plum and blackberry, often with hints of chocolate, tobacco, or spice.
The Malbec grape was originally imported from France, but the grape found its true home in Argentina in the high-altitude vineyards of Mendoza. The sunny days and cool nights in Mendoza help the grapes ripen beautifully while keeping a nice balance of acidity.
If you’re visiting Mendoza, tasting Malbec straight from the source is a must, and Luján de Cuyo is one of the best places to do so!
While Malbec is the star of the show, you’ll also find great Cabernet Sauvignon and blends in Luján de Cuyo.
Luján de Cuyo offers a mix of modern and traditional wineries with scenic views of the Andes Mountains.
Some public buses run between Mendoza’s city center to the center of Luján de Cuyo, but generally, the wineries are spread out more in this part of Mendoza’s Wine Country. The easiest way to explore Luján de Cuyo is by renting a car or signing up for a guided wine tasting tour.
The first time I visited Mendoza, I did a private tour visiting Luján de Cuyo, which was very much worth it!
Book a Guided Wine Tour of Luján de Cuyo
Valle de Uco
Valle de Uco, also known as Uco Valley in English, is located further south of Mendoza City than Luján de Cuyo and Maipú.
The region includes the provinces of Mendoza, San Juan, and La Rioja, but Mendoza is by far the most famous and visited part of the valley.
Uco Valley is located at a higher elevation above the Sea than the two other wine areas in Mendoza, meaning you will have a stunning mountain backdrop to enjoy.
The high altitude of Valle de Uco makes it another perfect spot for the famous Argentine Malbec wine. But you’ll also find great Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc wines produced in Valle de Uco.
Valle de Uco is located more remotely from the city center of Mendoza, and is best visited by renting a car or signing up for a guided wine tour of the valley.
Unfortunately, I didn’t have time to visit Valle de Uco when I visited Mendoza.
Explore Valle de Uco with a Guided Tour
San Rafael
San Rafael is a lesser-known and not very touristy town in the Mendoza province.
Despite not being on many wine lovers’ radar when visiting Argentina, San Rafael has a strong wine culture, charming historical vineyards, and a laid-back feeling.
Apart from going wine tasting, San Rafael also offers natural insights like Valle Grande Dam and Atuel Canyon.
San Rafael is located about 3-4 hours by car (235 km // miles) south of Mendoza’s city center, making it perfect for a day trip from Mendoza.
San Rafael is perfect for an off-the-beaten-path wine-tasting experience in Mendoza.
Book a wine tour to San Rafael!
Mendoza Wine Regions Map
Check out Mendoza’s Wine Region on a map. In the top right-hand corner, you can click on the full-screen icon and have the map open directly in your Google Maps app
Step 2: How to Do a Wine Tasting in Mendoza?
After choosing which wine region in Mendoza you want to visit, the next step is to choose how to visit the wineries in Mendoza.
Here are the best ways to do wine tastings in Mendoza:
- Guided Mendoza Wine Tours
- Bike Wine Tasting Tours
- Hop-on Hop-off Wine Bus
- Self-organized Wine Tastings in Mendoza
Let’s look at the options for wine tastings in Mendoza one by one!
Guided Mendoza Winery Tours
The easiest way to do a wine tasting at a winery in Mendoza is to book a guided wine tour.
The guided Mendoza wine tours include two to three visits to a local vineyard with wine tastings at each place. Most of the tours have the option to add lunch at the last winery.
Most Mendoza wine tours offer to pick you up at your accommodation and drive you to the wineries in a private car or shared minivan.
If they don’t offer hotel pick-up, the meeting point will mostly be somewhere in the city center of Mendoza, and they will drive you around to the wineries.
You can either choose to do a private guided winery tour or a group tour with other travelers.
The guided Mendoza wine tours are a great option if you want someone else to handle the logistics of getting around.
The downside of guided wine tours is that you don’t have a lot of control over where you are going (except the wine region).
The tour guide or tour operator organizing the guided winery tours often has a pre-set selection of wineries they take you to.
If you don’t have a strong preference on which winery to visit and what type or brand of wine to taste, the guided wine tours in Mendoza are definitely the easiest way to get the most out of your time in Mendoza. The guided tours are also great if it is your first time doing a wine tasting in Mendoza!
Top-rated Wine Tours in Mendoza
There are plenty of local Mendoza wine tour operators offering both half-day and full-day winery tours in Mendoza with transport.
Here are some of the top-rated wine tours in Mendoza:
- Small Group, Luxury Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch – 2025 Viator Experience Awards Winner
- Wine Tour with Lunch and Transport in Mendoza (Luján de Cuyo and Maipú)
- Maipú Wine Tasting Tour with Trapiche Winery
- Luján Gourmet Wine Tour
- The land of Malbec – Wine Tasting and Lunch in Luján de Cuyo
- Grapes on the Edge Uco Valley Wine Tour
- Hidden Gems of Uco Valley Private Wine Tour
I recommend you check out reviews on platforms like GetYourGuide or Viator for trusted guides, and Mendoza wine tours that suit you the best!
Bike Wine Tasting Tour in Mendoza
Bike wine tours are a popular and budget-friendly way to do wine tastings in Mendoza.
The wine region of Maipú is especially well-suited for bike wine tours since the wineries are located relatively close to each other.
You can either rent a bike in Maipú and drive from winery to winery on your own, or you can sign up for an organized bike wine tour with a group of travelers.
If you visit Mendoza in the summer months (December through March), keep in mind that the summer heat and wine combo can wear you out fast. So, it is a good idea to drink plenty of water along the way and bring sunscreen and a hat!
Hop-on Hop-off Wine Bus (Bus Vitivinícola)
The Hop-on Hop-off Wine Bus, also called Bus Vitivinícola, is a budget-friendly way to explore Mendoza’s wine country without needing to rent a car or book a private tour.
The wine bus operates from Tuesday to Saturday, offering a service of eight rotating routes that visit the main wine regions of Maipú, Luján de Cuyo, and the Valle de Uco.
The Mendoza Hop-on Hop-off Wine Bus offers three different ticket options: Full Day, Half Day in the morning, and Half Day in the afternoon.
You can book your tickets online for the Hop-on Hop-off Wine Bus or directly at Civitatis:
- Maipú Wine Region
- Camino Vino El Sol Wine Region
- Luján de Cuyo Wine Region
- The Malbec of the Luján de Cuyo
- Southern Uco Valley Wine Region
- Central Uco Valley Wine Region
- Northern Uco Valley Wine Region
The experience is simple: you book your seat on the bus, choose your desired stops from the available wineries, and pay separately for tastings and meals once you arrive at each bodega.
The entry slots are included in your bus ticket, so you don’t have to worry about arranging visits with the wineries ahead of time.
The Wine Bus is one of the few wine tour options that doesn’t require a car or guide, and it’s a great option for solo travelers, small groups, or anyone who prefers a semi-independent wine tour.
The downside, in my opinion, is that the wine bus has a lot of hop-on stops in Mendoza city center but only two hop-off stops in Maipú and two more in Luján de Cuyo.
There is also very limited flexibility on which wineries you can visit, as it has to be within the pre-set wineries available when booking. Check the list of available wineries here.
Self-organized Wine Tastings in Mendoza
Organizing your own Mendoza wine tour is another option if you want more control over your wine-tasting itinerary.
By organizing your own Mendoza wine tour, you will be able to choose exactly which wineries in Mendoza you want to visit and plan your own route around Mendoza Wine Country.
It can feel a bit overwhelming to plan your own Mendoza wine tour, but it is completely possible with a bit more planning and coordination!
Self-organizing your wine tasting in Mendoza can be a rewarding wine experience, especially if you have your eyes set on a particular vineyard you want to visit or you want a more off-the-beaten-path wine tasting experience in Mendoza.
Tips for Organizing Your Own Wine Tour
To help you plan your own Mendoza wine tour, I have gathered my own best tips for organizing your own wine tasting in Mendoza.
Many of these are the lessons I learned to hard way, so hopefully, I can help you avoid making the same mistakes as me!
Start early
In Mendoza, the guided and wine tastings at the local vineyards usually start around 9:30 or 10 am.
Depending on the vineyard, they only run a couple of tours with wine tasting during the morning. This means that you will only be able to catch one or two winery visits and wine tastings before lunch.
A good plan is to plan one winery visit for the first guided visit of the vineyard around 10 am, and the next winery for a later visit around 11 am, and then wrap up the day with a long lunch at the third winery.
So, prepare yourself to start your winery tour in Mendoza early!
Check opening hours
Many vineyards in Mendoza have limited opening hours. Normally, they are open in the morning until around midday or early afternoon, and then they close down in the afternoon.
The wineries in Mendoza also tend to be closed on Sundays. Some places might be open on Sundays, but then choose to close on Mondays or Tuesdays.
So, it is definitely a good idea to double-check before going.
Book the wine tastings in advance
Many wineries in Mendoza require reservations for their guided vineyard tours and wine tastings. S
ome wineries use a booking system, but a lot of them manage their bookings via WhatsApp or phone.
You can usually find their WhatsApp number on their website. Write them (preferably in Spanish) to ask about availability and costs.
Be mindful of distances between wineries
When planning your own wine tastings in Mendoza, keep in mind the distances between the wineries you wish to visit and how you plan on getting from one winery to the next.
Do you have enough time to travel between the two wineries?
Have a Backup Winery
It is a good idea to have a couple of backup wineries in mind near the wineries you plan on visiting in case you have more time than expected or feel up for one more tasting.
How to Get Around Mendoza Wine Country On Your Own
When you plan your own Mendoza wine tour, you should also need to think about how to get around to the wineries.
Hiring a Private Driver
A private driver is a great option if you want to have control over which wineries you will visit, and still have the comfort of having somebody else take you around so you can enjoy the local wines.
You will still need to organize the reservations with the wineries yourself and tell the driver when you need them to come and pick you up and take you to the next place.
Hiring a private driver is a bit more expensive than, for example, renting a bike or taking the hop-on hop-off wine bus, but it also comes with greater flexibility.
If you are traveling with several people together, and you can split the cost between you, the cost of the private driver might be well worth it!
Hiring a private driver is a middle ground where you get to plan the wineries, and they handle the driving.
When I visited San Rafael with my husband, we hired a taxi to take us from one winery to the next, and it worked great.
Cabify Bodega
As something relatively new, Cabify offers a special service in Mendoza for touring Mendoza’s wineries, called Cabify Bodega.
Cabify Bodega allows you to book a car and driver on the Cabify app for up to 8 hours to take you to the wineries in Luján de Cuyo and Maipú (one fixed price) or Valle de Uco (another fixed price, slightly more expensive).
I haven’t tried the Cabify Bodega service in Mendoza myself. But it seems super useful to have a fixed price. The good thing is also that you book the driver for a full day, so you can ask him to wait while you do the wine-tasting tours in Mendoza.
Renting a Bike
Instead of doing a whole bike wine tour, you can also simply rent a bike and drive to the wine tastings in Mendoza on your own.
However, renting a bike to do a Mendoza wine tour on your own is only feasible in Maipú, where the wineries are located close to each other.
I would also strongly recommend going early in the day and booking the wineries you wish to visit in advance, so you have more or less of an idea of where you are going when you get the bike.
Renting a Car
Renting a Car is another option for getting around the Mendoza Wine Region on your own, which offers the most flexibility and ease of getting around.
However, remember to drink and drive safely – also in Mendoza!
If you’re traveling with a larger group and someone is willing to forgo wine tastings (or to taste by spitting the wine out responsibly), renting a car becomes a fantastic option.
Step 3: How Many Wine Tastings Can You Do in One Day?
Before we dive into where to go for wine tasting in Mendoza, let’s have a little reality check:
How many wineries can you actually visit in one day in Mendoza?
Of course, the answer to this question depends on you!
However, I would recommend sticking to 3 (maximum 4) wine tastings and vineyard tours at the local wineries in one day.
Most guided wine tours in Mendoza fit around 3 wineries into their tours, and that’s for a reason!
First of all, there are wine tastings at almost all wineries in Mendoza. So, after a couple of glasses of wine, you are going to start to feel it!
Secondly, as I have mentioned a couple of times already, the wineries in Mendoza are located in different areas or wine regions surrounding the city of Mendoza. So, you will need some transportation time to get from one winery to the next.
In San Rafael, we did the winery tour ourselves with a taxi driving us around from winery to winery. After winery number two, we need a little break and a nap at the hotel – no blaming, eh?
So, when you plan your wine tastings in Mendoza – whether you plan it yourself or hire a guided tour – be realistic about how many wineries you actually can cover in one day! Wine tasting in Mendoza is about quality, not quantity.
Step 4: Where to Go for Wine Tasting in Mendoza?
We looked at where to go, how to do a Mendoza wine tour, and how many wineries you can realistically visit.
Now let’s talk about which winery to visit for a wine tasting in Mendoza!
Mendoza’s Wine Country features more than 1,200 vineyards, and it’s simply impossible to visit them all or include them all here.
Here are some of the most popular wineries in Mendoza across the main wine regions:
Wineries in Maipú
Maipú is one of Mendoza’s oldest wine regions, featuring historic bodegas, family-run wineries, and olive oil farms.
Casa Vigil (El Enemigo)
Casa Vigil is one of the most popular wineries to visit in Mendoza and is considered one of the best wineries in Argentina! In 2025, Casa Vigil was number 29th on the World’s Best Vineyards.
Casa Vigil offers an artistic and creative atmosphere with food and decor inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy, and it’s a popular winery where you can stop for a meal with wine pairings. In 2025, their restaurant was even featured in the Michelin Guide.
I haven’t visited Casa Vigil yet. But I’m dying too, because Casa Vigil (together with Catena Winery, another Argentine winery) produces one of my favorite Argentine wines, El Enemigo.
My husband, originally from San Juan, another important wine region in Argentina, introduced me to El Enemigo wines. We loved them so much that we even served El Enemigo at our wedding in Buenos Aires, with the bottles sourced straight from Mendoza and brought to Buenos Aires in his uncle’s car!
Mendoza Wine Tours, including Casa Vigil
- Wine Tour at Trapiche and Lunch at Casa Vigil
- Wine Tour of Casa Vigil and Chandon Winery
- Maipú Wine Tour (Casa Vigil, Bodega Don Arturo, Bodega Septima, or Bodega Norton)
Location: Videla Aranda 7008, Maipú, Mendoza
Antigua Bodega Goli
The Antigua Bodega Goli is located conveniently near the Maipú train station, and can easily be reached on foot or by bike.
The winery is housed in what was once one of Mendoza’s largest wineries, Bodega Goli, but today, it offers a strange blend of a wine shop and a museum.
The Bodega Goli ceased wine production years ago, and the winery tour feels like a journey through a ghostly relic rich with history, including tales of Juan Perón and power struggles over the Argentine wine industry.
I did find it fascinating to explore the historical aspects of Museum Antigua Bodega Goli (but I’m also a bit of a political science/history nerd when it comes to Argentina).
However, if you’re seeking the experience of visiting a functioning winery with active wine production and tastings of their wines, Bodega Goli is not the best choice for you.
Right in front of Bodega Goli, you can find Argentina’s National Museum for Wine and Harvest (Museo Nacional del Vino y la Vendimia) if you want to continue learning more about the history of wine production in Argentina.
Location: Ozamis 1040, Maipú, Mendoza
Bodega Trapiche
Bodega Trapiche is one of the most well-known and popular Argentine wine brands. You can find Trapiche wines in almost any supermarket in Argentina.
The Trapiche winery is housed in a stunning old building with amazing views of the surrounding Maipú.
While living in Buenos Aires, Trapiche was my weekend go-to wine as there were almost always wine sales in Coto (Argentine supermarket chain), including Trapiche wines.
Mendoza Wine Tours, including Bodega Trapiche
- Wine Tour of Trapiche and Lunch at Casa Vigil
- Private Tour to the Trapiche Winery
- Maipú Wine Tasting Tour with Trapiche Winery
Location: Calle Nueva Mayorga s/n, Maipú, Mendoza
Bodega La Rural
Bodega La Rural was founded in 1885 by Italian immigrant Felipe Rutini and is one of the oldest wineries in Maipú. In Argentina, Bodega La Rural is also more commonly known as Rutini Wines.
The winery is especially known for its on-site Wine Museum, which houses thousands of historic winemaking tools and artifacts.
Today, the winery blends tradition with modern production, offering tastings in a charming, heritage-rich setting that gives visitors a real sense of Mendoza’s winemaking roots.
Mendoza Wine Tours, including La Rural
Location: Monte Caseros 2625, Maipú, Mendoza
Wineries in Luján de Cuyo
Luján de Cuyo is one of Mendoza’s most prestigious wine regions, known for its high-altitude vineyards, iconic Malbecs, and a mix of boutique and world-renowned wineries.
Alta Vista Winery
Alta Vista Winery blends Argentine and French winemaking expertise, located in a beautifully restored 1890s winery in Chacras de Coria in the heart of Luján de Cuyo.
Alta Vista was one of the most professionally run wineries I visited in Mendoza. The winery is especially famous for pioneering single-vineyard Malbec in Argentina, and they offer a great selection of different types of wine.
Alta Vista Winery offers guided tours, wine tastings, and a top-notch dining experience at its on-site restaurant, Assemblage.
Mendoza Wine Tours, including Alta Vista Winery
Location: Alzaga 3972, Chacras de Coria, Mendoza
Catena Zapata Winery
Catena Zapata Winery was founded in 1902 by Italian immigrant Nicola Catena and remains a fourth-generation, family-owned estate that completely reshaped Argentine winemaking.
The architecturally striking pyramid-shaped winery building is located in Agrelo, an area of Luján de Cuyo.
The winery produces elegant high-altitude Malbecs, Cabernet, and Chardonnay, ranking among South America’s most acclaimed wines.
Catenta Zapata Winery offers premium wine tastings in their unique settings, sharing the family history and love for local wines.
Mendoza Wine Tours, including Catena Zapata Winery
- Wine Tour of Catena Zapata Winery & Lunch at Casa Vigil (the Enemy)
- Wine Tour of Casa Vigil & Lunch at the Catena Zapata Winery
Location Cobos S/N, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Clos de Chacras Winery
Clos de Chacras is a charming boutique winery, located in the suburb of Chacras de Coria in Luján de Cuyo.
The winery was originally built in 1921 by the Gargantini family and restored in the early 2000s. Clos de Chacras offers historic charm and a relaxed atmosphere with a lovely garden.
Clos de Chacras produces some delicious wines, and their restaurant prepares a great lunch menu with paired wines.
I visited Clos de Chacras on my first visit to Mendoza as part of the guided tour I did, where the last stop was lunch at Clos de Chacras.
Location: Monte Líbano 1025, Chacras de Coria, Mendoza
Carmelo Patti Garage Bodega
Carmelo Patti’s Garage Bodega is a local legend in Mendoza!
The bodega is located inside a garage where Carmelo Patti himself hosts low-key and personal wine tours of his high-end wine selection.
I visited Carmelo Patti’s Garage Bodega as part of my guided winery tour, but I didn’t get the hype! The small garage was filled with tourists, and it was hard to hear what Carmelo was explaining about the wines.
Location: San Martín 2614, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Bodega Tierras Altas
Bodega Tierras Altas is one of Mendoza’s first boutique wineries, established by the Arizu–Vargas family in 1999, continuing a winemaking tradition dating back to 1890.
The winery combines modern stainless-steel winemaking and a unique subterranean cellar with intimate, family-driven hospitality.
Bodega Tierra Altas is best known for its “Experiencia Malbec,” a hands-on tasting tour that guides you through different styles of Malbec, from stainless tanks to oak barrels. The Malbec experience includes generous pours and self-service wine tastings.
Location: Acceso Sur 6501, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Wineries in Valle de Uco
Valle de Uco is Mendoza’s most scenic wine region, famous for its high-altitude vineyards, modern wineries, and breathtaking views of the Andes.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get a chance to visit Valle de Uco (yet!), but here are some of the most popular wineries:
Bodega La Azul
Bodega La Azul is a small family-operated winery, sitting at the foot of the Cordón del Plata in the heart of Valle de Uco.
The winery offers guided tours of its facilities, wine tastings, and a restaurant serving local, authentic Argentine dishes from a beautiful terrace overlooking the Andes.
Bodega La Azul is one of the most popular wineries to visit in Valle de Uco, so you can find several wine tours offering a visit to Bodega La Azul.
Location: Caminos del Vino, Tupungato (Valle de Uco), Mendoza
Book a Wine Tour including a Visit to La Azul
Domaine Bousquet
Domaine Bousquet is Argentina’s leading exporter of organic wines, and they were one of Argentina’s first certified organic wineries.
Domaine Bousque winery was founded in 1997 by the French Bousquet family, who found the remote Gualtallary Valley ideal for producing high-quality wines.
The winery focuses on sustainable practices, including composting, biodynamics, and hand-harvested of the grapes.
Domaine Bousque also features an on-site organic garden and restaurant, offering tastings and lunches with sweeping views of the Andes and vineyards.
Mendoza Wine Tours, including Domaine Bousquet
- Hidden Gems of Uco Valley Private Wine Tour
- Uco Valley Winery Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting (including La Azul too)
- Uco Valley Guided Tour
Location: Ruta Provincial 89 km 7, Tupungato (Valle de Uco), Mendoza
Bodega Salentein
Bodega Salentein is a well-known wine brand in Argentina offering excellent high-altitude wines, including Malbecs and premium blends with a variety of grapes.
In 2023, Bodega Salentein was nominated among the top 10 best vineyards in the World according to the World’s 50 Best Vineyards. In 2025, Bodega Salentein is down to the 18th spot on the World’s 50 Best Vineyards list.
Bodega Salentein is located 1,200 meters above sea level in the Uco Valley, featuring a winery building in a bold modern architecture surrounded by picturesque vineyards and the Andes Mountains. The Salentein winery even has its own art gallery for those interested in mixing wine and art!
Bodega Salentein was founded in 1992 by Dutch entrepreneur Mijndert Pon to elevate Mendoza’s high-altitude wine region, and the winery is considered a pioneer in winemaking in Valle de Uco.
Location: Ruta 89 s/n, Los Arboles de Villegas (Valle de Uco), Mendoza
Wineries in San Rafael
San Rafael is a quieter wine region in southern Mendoza, known for its laid-back atmosphere, family-owned wineries, and beautiful natural surroundings like canyons and rivers.
Bodega la Abeja
Bodega La Abeja is the oldest winery in San Rafael, founded in 1883 by a French immigrant, Rodolfo Iselín, seeking a fresh start with his family in Argentina.
Today, Rodolfo is considered the founder of modern-day San Rafael and the town’s strong wine-making culture.
Bodega La Abeja is located in the original 19th-century winery buildings close to the city center of San Rafael. The winery was restored in the 2000s, when it opened its facilities for guided tours.
During the tours, you can learn about the early days of San Rafael’s wine industry, see century-old equipment, and explore the underground cellar. The tours conclude with tastings of La Abeja’s own Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and sparkling wines.
The guided tours are available Monday through Saturday via WhatsApp. if you have a preferred time or wish for a tour in English, it’s best to make a reservation in advance.
La Abeja isn’t a premium wine tasting experience, and the wines are more mid- to low-range in quality. However, the unique historical setting made the visit worthwhile.
Location: Avenida Hipólito Yrigoyen 1900, San Rafael, Mendoza
Algodón Wine Estates
Algodón Wine Estates is an upscale boutique winery in San Rafael, featuring a boutique hotel, restaurant, and golf courses.
There is only a limited production of wines from Algodón Wine Estates, making the wine tasting an exclusive experience.
Algodón Wine Estates is by far one of my favorite wineries in Mendoza!
The guided tour of Algodón Wine Estates includes a ride in a golf cart through the winery’s stunning property and vineyards, where the guide explains the different wines they produce and the history of the whole estate.
For the wine tasting, you taste four different wines from the boutique winery, including a tabla de fiambre (Argentine gourmet cold meat and cheese).
The restaurant at Algodón Wine Estates also offers a lunch with wine pairings, which we chose when I visited with my husband. The food was delicious and perfectly matched with their equally delicious wines!
Location: Ruta Nacional 144, San Rafael, Mendoza
Bodega Bianchi
Bodega Bianchi is one of the biggest wineries in San Rafael – if not the biggest!
The Bianchi Winery was founded in 1928 by Italian immigrant Valentín Bianchi and has grown into one of Argentina’s best-known wine brands, including several lines of red wines, white wines, and sparkling wines.
Bodega Bianchi draws over 55,000 visitors a year, and the guided tour of the winery’s facilities reflects this with a highly streamlined and professional (but very impersonal) visit.
Location: Ruta 143 & Calle Valentín, San Rafael, Mendoza
Other Popular Wineries in Mendoza
Here is a list of wineries that are popular to visit in Mendoza:
- Tempus Alba (Maipú)
- Bodega Lopez (Maipú)
- Ruca Malen (Luján de Cuyo)
- Bodega A16 (Luján de Cuyo)
- Cavas Wine Lodge (Luján de Cuyo)
- Bodega Norton (Luján de Cuyo)
- Clos de los Siete (Valle de Uco)
- Chozos Resort (Valle de Uco)
- Bodega Suter (San Rafael)
- Bodega Alfredo Roca (San Rafael)
- Bodega Alto Limay (San Rafael)
- Finca y Bodega LIMBO (San Rafael)
Step 5: Enjoy Your Wine Tasting in Mendoza
That’s it! You have now got your Mendoza Wine Tour in place!
Whether you choose to do a guided tour, a bike tour, or organize your own wine tour, remember to relax and enjoy your wine tasting experience in Mendoza!
Plan enough time between wineries to not rush from winery to winery, and allow yourself time to soak in the views, taste the many different wines, and enjoy Mendoza!
Getting the Most Out of Mendoza Wine Tours
Mendoza is one of the best places for wine tasting in Argentina. The region offers the possibility of tasting world-class wines at vineyards located against the beautiful backdrop of the Andes Mountains.
To get the most out of your time with wine tastings in Mendoza, here are some ideas for top-rated wine tours in Mendoza, where to stay, and frequently asked questions about Mendoza wine tastings.
Top-Rated Mendoza Wine Tours
Here are some of the most popular wine tours in Mendoza:
- Small Group, Luxury Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch – 2025 Viator Experience Awards Winner
- Wine Tour with Lunch and Transport in Mendoza (Luján de Cuyo and Maipú)
- Maipú Wine Tasting Tour with Trapiche Winery
- Luján Gourmet Wine Tour
- The land of Malbec – Wine Tasting and Lunch in Luján de Cuyo
- Grapes on the Edge Uco Valley Wine Tour
- Hidden Gems of Uco Valley Private Wine Tour
- Trapiche and Lunch at Casa Vigil
- Casa Vigil and Chandon Winery
- Casa Vigil, Bodega Don Arturo, Bodega Septima, and Bodega Norton
Where to Stay in Mendoza?
You can either choose to stay in Mendoza City and travel to the wineries in the surrounding wine regions, or stay in a winery in Mendoza.
Many wineries in Mendoza also offer accommodation directly on their property, featuring beautiful and unique boutique hotels with views of the vineyards and the Andes Mountains.
Here are some popular vineyards with accommodation:
- Cavas Wine Lodge (Luján de Cuyo)
- Rosell Boher Winery Lodge & Spa (Luján de Cuyo)
- Chozos Resort (Valle de Uco)
- Posada Salentein (Valle de Uco)
- Algodón Wine Estates (San Rafael)
Mendoza Wine Tasting FAQs
Final Thoughts: Is It Worth Doing Wine Tasting in Mendoza?
Wine tasting and wine tours are absolutely worth doing in Mendoza! There is a reason why wine tours are one of the absolute most popular things to do in Mendoza!
Mendoza produces world-class wines, and with more than 1,200 different wineries in the region, there are wineries and wine tours for all tastes and budgets.
Mendoza’s beautiful location by the Andes Mountains makes wine tours in the area much more than just drinking wine. It’s also about enjoying the scenic landscape, the importance of wine-making for the local economy, and the area’s development.
Whether you do a guided tour, hop on a bike, or plan your own wine tour, Mendoza’s vineyards are definitely worth adding to your Mendoza itinerary!
Rebecca
Rebecca is the voice behind Becci Abroad, a travel blog inspiring you to get under the skin of the world. She is a long-term expat with more than 10 year of living abroad from Spain to Argentina, Cuba, and Sweden.
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